Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup coconut cream (canned)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, well-drained)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix coconut cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and pineapple chunks until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost once completely cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with coconut flour. Add shredded coconut to the batter for extra texture or top with fresh fruit and a drizzle of coconut cream for added flair.