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Lemon Coconut Cake

Lemon Coconut Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking a Lemon Coconut Cake, a refreshing dessert that combines zesty lemon flavor with sweet coconut. This moist and fluffy loaf cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying a casual afternoon treat. Topped with creamy frosting and garnished with shredded coconut and fresh lemon zest, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for more. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll be able to whip up this irresistible dessert in no time!

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
  • 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 garnish)
  • Lemon zest (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with coconut oil.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the coconut yogurt, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, melted coconut oil until well combined.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, almond extract, and lemon zest until desired consistency is achieved. Frost the cooled cake.

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