Lime and Coconut Cake

Name: Lime and Coconut Cake
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: Makes: 1 loaf, 8–10 servings
Ingredients: 50 g / 1.8 oz (½ cup) desiccated coconut; 225 g / 7.9 oz (1½ cups) all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 225 g / 7.9 oz (1 cup) granulated sugar; 125 g / 4.4 oz (½ cup) unsalted butter; ½ teaspoon salt; Extra lime zest and desiccated coconut for garnishing; 100 g / 3.5 oz (¾ cup) confectioners’ sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; ¾ cup (180 mL / 6.1 fl oz) coconut milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs (at room temperature); 1 lime, zested (2 teaspoons) and juiced (2 tablespoons)

Preparation info

Makes: 1 loaf,
8–10
servings

Difficulty
Medium
Ready in
1 hr 10

Appears in

52 Weeks 52 Sweets

By Vedika Luthra

Published 2021

About

Just because of its form and shape, a loaf cake encompasses my definition of home baking: uncomplicated, comforting, healing. This recipe is that, and more. It adds a playful twist to the much-adored lemon drizzle loaf, fusing together lime and coconut to welcome the warm weather. It’s a refreshing cake that works well for Easter and other spring holidays, and it’s a perfect go-to for the warm summer months and gatherings to follow.