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Coconut Pound Cake

Rich, moist, and bursting with coconut flavor, this Coconut Pound Cake is a dessert masterpiece.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan or bundt pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan or bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar:
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together with a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add Eggs and Extracts:
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and coconut extract.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients:
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk and sour cream until smooth.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients:
  • In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Fold in Coconut:
  • Gently fold in the shredded coconut using a spatula. Do not overmix.
  • Bake the Cake:
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the Cake:
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Make the Glaze:
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, coconut milk, and coconut extract until smooth.
  • Glaze the Cake:
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with additional shredded coconut if desired.

Notes

Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
Toasted Coconut: Toast the shredded coconut for added depth of flavor.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.