Mediterranean Homemade Coconut and Dulce de Leche Cake

This Mediterranean Homemade Coconut and Dulce de Leche Cake has a rich and soft texture. We prepare this homemade cake with all-purpose flour, shredded coconut, eggs, butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, and creamy dulce de leche for layering and topping. This homemade cake contains approximately 430 calories and  6 g of protein. We bake this homemade cake in about 35 minutes. This Mediterranean Homemade Coconut and Dulce de Leche Cake is perfect for celebrations, family gatherings, festive occasions, coffee breaks, cozy evenings, and special dessert cravings. We store this homemade cake in the refrigerator for more than 6 days and freeze individual slices for almost 2 months, so you can prepare it earlier. You can serve this homemade cake with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, toasted coconut flakes, fresh berries, caramel drizzle, or cappuccino.

STATS:

• Course: Dessert, Cake
• Calories: 430 kcal
• Diet: Vegetarian
• Prep time: 25 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Cook time: 35 minutes
• Portion size: 1 slice
• Cooking mode: Oven
• Total servings: 12 slices
• Difficulty level: Medium
• Total time: 1 hour

TOOLS:

• Bowls
• Electric hand mixer
• Round cake pan
• Spatula
• Cooling rack
• Saucepan

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup coconut
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Vanilla extract, one tsp.
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup dulce de leche
• 2 tbsp milk

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:

• We use all-purpose flour to create a soft and stable cake structure. We might utilize cake flour instead.

SHREDDED COCONUT:

• Coconut delivers flavor and a chewy texture to this homemade cake. Alternatively, you can use desiccated coconut or unsweetened coconut flakes.

COCONUT MILK:

• Coconut milk provides richness and boosts the coconut flavor in the cake. You can replace it with almond milk mixed with 1 tbsp of coconut cream for a similar taste.

BUTTER:

• Butter gives the cake moisture and a rich and soft crumb. Instead, you may use coconut oil for a stronger tropical flavor profile.

EGGS:

• This component aids in combining all the elements and makes the cake’s structure. Alternatively, we could utilize a flax egg mixture.

DULCE DE LECHE:

• Dulce de leche provides a creamy caramel layer and deep sweetness to the cake. Another option is caramel sauce or thickened condensed milk.

SUGAR:

• Sugar provides sweetness and helps with the cake’s texture. Another choice use coconut or brown sugar.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First, warm your oven to 180°Celcius and grease the cake pan.
2. Then whisk the butter and sugar in a bowl to make a fluffy mixture.
3. Add one egg at a time and mix well after each addition.
4. Now stir in coconut milk & vanilla essence.
5. Combine flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, & shredded coconut in a separate bowl.
6. Then mix both mixtures and spread half the batter into the pan.
7. You will drizzle the layer of dulce de leche and the leftover batter on the surface.
8. Bake the batter for almost thirty-five minutes.
9. Lastly, cool the recipe before including the topping.

TIPS:

• Avoid mixing the batter too much to get a soft texture for the cake.
• You will warm the dulce de leche for easy spreading.
• We utilize all the elements at a neutral temperature for perfect texture.
• Cool the cake fully and then make slices.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

HOT BEVERAGES:

• Turkish coffee
• Cappuccino
• Masala chai
• Espresso shot
• Hot vanilla latte

COLD DRINKS:

• Iced caramel latte
• Coconut iced coffee
• Cold brew coffee
• Iced chocolate milk
• Vanilla milkshake

ADD-ONS:

• Dulce de leche drizzle
• Vanilla ice cream
• Chocolate shavings

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put this cake in a tight box and stock it for almost six days.

FREEZER:

• Cover these slices separately in cling film and store this cake for about 1-2 months.

FAQs:

Why does my cake become dense?

• You may stir the batter too much or utilize expired baking powder.

Will we prepare this cake without coconut milk?

• Yes, you can utilize whole milk mixed with a little coconut essence.

May we prepare this cake without gluten?

• Yes, you can utilize a flour blend without gluten in a similar amount.

Could we prepare dulce de leche at home?

• Yes, you can slowly cook the condensed milk till it is caramelized and thick.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 430 kcal

Sodium: 180 mg

Net carbs: 52 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 28 g

Fats: 18 g

Proteins: 6 g

Portion Size: 1 slice

Total carbs: 55 g