Lime coconut cake

Indulge in a zesty and tropical treat with our Lime Coconut Cake recipe! Made with butter, self-raising flour, sugar, and bursting with fresh lime juice, zest, and coconut meat, this cake is delightfully moist and flavorful. Perfect for any occasion!

  • 23 May 2025
  • Cook time 50 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Lime coconut cake

Lime coconut cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and lime to create a moist and tangy treat. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing end to any meal, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its delicious balance of sweet and citrusy flavors.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1 cup self-raising flour
150g
3/4 cup sugar
150g
1 tsp baking powder
5g
1/3 cup coconut meat
50g
3 eggs
150g
1/2 cup lime juice
120g
1 tbsp lime zest
16g

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour and baking powder. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer on medium speed. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Make sure the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5. Incorporate Lime:
- Gradually mix in the lime juice and lime zest into the wet mixture. It may look slightly curdled, but don't worry; this is normal.
6. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut meat with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Cool:
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve:
- Once cooled, you can serve the cake as is or garnish with additional lime zest and a dusting of powdered sugar. Optionally, you may add a light lime glaze or frosting if desired.

Tips:

- Ensure your butter is at room temperature to make it easier to cream with the sugar.

- Optionally, you can toast the coconut meat lightly in a pan before adding it to the batter to enhance its flavor.

- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best flavor; bottled lime juice can be a bit too acidic and lacking in fresh taste.

- Be careful not to overmix the batter once the flour is added, as this can make the cake dense rather than light and fluffy.

- To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.

- Consider serving the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to complement the zesty flavors.

Once your lime coconut cake has finished baking and cooled, you can enjoy it as is or topped with a light glaze or powdered sugar. The combination of lime and coconut creates a uniquely refreshing dessert that is both moist and flavorful. This cake is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering, offering a tropical twist to your dessert repertoire.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size120 grams
Energy
Calories 400kcal20%
Protein
Protein 7g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 45g13%
Fiber 1.64g4%
Sugar 27g26%
Fat
Fat 20g25%
Saturated 12g39%
Cholesterol 150mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 180ug20%
Choline 90mg17%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg9%
Vitamin B2 0.11mg9%
Vitamin B3 0.47mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 30ug7%
Vitamin B12 0.26ug11%
Vitamin C 7mg7%
Vitamin E 0.33mg2%
Vitamin K 1.58ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 72mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg11%
Iron, Fe 1.06mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 16mg4%
Phosphorus, P 110mg9%
Potassium, K 130mg4%
Selenium, Se 14ug25%
Sodium, Na 130mg8%
Zinc, Zn 0.72mg7%
Water
Water 50g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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