This moist cake is sort of like vanilla cake with attitude. The use of coconut milk adds a nice and natural coconut richness, without being too overwhelmingly tropical.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch (20 cm) cake pans, tapping out any excess flour, then line the bottom of each pan with parchment paper.
Using electric beaters or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the b