Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Mango Coconut Cake, a moist and fluffy dessert that harmoniously blends the exotic flavors of ripe mangoes and creamy coconut. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from festive celebrations to cozy gatherings, ensuring you’ll impress your guests with its vibrant taste and stunning presentation. Easy to make, even novice bakers can whip up this showstopper with simple steps. Enhance its allure by garnishing with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor. Get ready to savor every slice of this refreshing treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup chopped frozen mango (defrosted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cubed)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup cream of coconut
- 4 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup whole milk (at room temperature)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons cream of coconut (for frosting)
- 2 to 4 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 cup toasted flaked coconut for garnish (if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix defrosted mango with lemon juice in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream together unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into butter mixture.
- Stir in cream of coconut, vanilla extract, and prepared mango until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared cake pans; bake for about 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- For frosting: Beat room temperature butter until creamy; gradually add cream of coconut and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Frost cooled cakes as desired and garnish with toasted coconut.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 36 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg