Description
Delicious Portuguese coconut cakes that are soft, sweet, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the grated coconut, sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- Add flour and baking powder to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Incorporate the milk and softened butter, mixing thoroughly.
- Pour the batter into greased baking molds.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before removing from molds.
Notes
- Ensure to use unsweetened grated coconut for a balanced flavor.
- Try adding a touch of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg