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Lemon Coconut Cake

Lemon Coconut Cake

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon Coconut Cake, a perfect combination of zesty lemon and sweet coconut. This tender and fluffy cake is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy dessert at home. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and garnished with coconut and fresh lemon zest, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Its moist texture and unique flavor profile make it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. Bake this easy-to-make dessert today and bring a tropical twist to your table!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices. 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup coconut yogurt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • Finely grated zest of 1 medium-large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or half and half
  • Shredded coconut (optional)
  • Lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In one bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: coconut yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, melted coconut oil, and almond extract.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined; fold in shredded coconut.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cooling before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and almond extract.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Measure flour accurately to avoid a dense cake. Customize your frosting with additional flavors or toppings like toasted coconut.

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