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A vibrant tropical pandan coconut cake decorated with fresh fruit and shredded coconut, set on a tropical-themed plate.

Tropical Pandan Coconut Cake: Easy & Delicious Summer Escape

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Discover the delight of tropical flavors with our easy and delicious Pandan Coconut Cake. Perfect for summer gatherings, this moist, fluffy, and aromatic cake combines vibrant pandan flavor with rich coconut milk and shredded coconut toppings for a truly tropical escape in every bite.

  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 slices

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons of pandan extract (or pandan flavoring)
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • Shredded fresh coconut or toasted coconut flakes (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together eggs, sugar, coconut milk, vegetable oil, and pandan extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Top with shredded or toasted coconut before serving for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute fresh pandan leaves blended with coconut milk for the extract for a more authentic flavor.
  • To keep the cake extra moist, brush it with coconut syrup after baking.
  • For vegan options, replace eggs with flax eggs and use vegan coconut milk.
  • Ensure the coconut milk is full-fat for best moistness and richness.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/10 of cake)
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg