Ingredients
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- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated coconut, sugar, flour, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use fresh coconut.
- These cakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg