Sure, let’s embark on a delightful culinary journey to create a scrumptious Coconut Pound Cake! ๐ฅฅ๐ฐ
Coconut Pound Cake Recipe
Description: Indulge in the tropical goodness of this Coconut Pound Cake, perfect for any dessert occasion or potluck gathering. With its rich coconut flavor and moist texture, it’s bound to become a favorite among family and friends.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Coconut, Fruit, Nuts, Potluck, Sweet, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Margarine |
| 1/2 | Shortening |
| 3 | Sugar |
| 6 | Eggs |
| 3 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1 cup | Flaked coconut |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1 tsp | Coconut extract |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 7291.5
- Fat Content: 358.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 100.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 1303.2mg
- Sodium Content: 2928.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 949g
- Fiber Content: 14.4g
- Sugar Content: 645.7g
- Protein Content: 89.8g
Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- 10-inch tube pan
- Oven
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease a 10-inch tube pan generously with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
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Creaming: In a large mixing bowl, combine the margarine, shortening, and sugar. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the ingredients together until light and fluffy.
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Incorporating Eggs: Add the eggs to the creamed mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat for about 2 minutes after adding each egg to ensure a smooth and airy texture.
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Alternating Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour. Mix on low speed until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Adding Flavor: Stir in the vanilla extract and coconut extract until well incorporated. These flavorings will enhance the coconut essence of the cake, giving it a delightful aroma and taste.
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Incorporating Coconut: Gently fold in the flaked coconut into the batter until evenly distributed. The coconut adds texture and a burst of flavor to every bite of the pound cake.
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Baking: Pour the prepared batter into the greased tube pan, spreading it out evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cooling: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serving: Once cooled, slice the Coconut Pound Cake into generous portions and serve it on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes for an extra indulgent touch.
Enjoy your Coconut Pound Cake creation, and savor every moist and flavorful bite! ๐ฅฅ๐ฐ
