SAEDNEWS: Coconut Surprise Cake is a delicious international dessert, often made for afternoon tea. Popular in the southern United States, this cake is highly nutritious thanks to its coconut content.
With its soft, fluffy texture, this cake can be decorated with coconut flakes or powder. You can even use coconut milk instead of regular milk for extra flavor. Whether you choose a loaf or round pan, this recipe is perfect for any occasion.
Egg white: 1
Desiccated coconut: 1 cup
Powdered sugar: 1 cup
Eggs: 3
Granulated sugar: 1½ cups
Vegetable oil: 1 cup
Milk: 1 cup
Cocoa powder: 3 tablespoons
Flour: 3 cups
Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
Vanilla: ¼ teaspoon
Whisk the egg white at high speed until stiff peaks form and it does not drip when the bowl is inverted.
Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly.
Fold in the desiccated coconut gently using a spatula.
Shape the mixture into balls the size of walnuts and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Mix the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder) in a bowl and sift them three times.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla until light and the mixture doubles in volume.
Gradually add the vegetable oil and mix for 1 minute, then slowly incorporate the milk.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold gently with a spatula until well combined.
Grease and dust a bundt pan with flour.
Pour more than half of the batter into the pan.
Arrange the coconut balls evenly over the batter.
Pour the remaining batter on top, ensuring the balls are fully covered.
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) for 15 minutes.
Bake the cake for 45–50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean.
Enjoy your soft and flavorful Coconut Surprise Cake, complete with hidden coconut balls that add an extra delight to every slice!