This Raspberry Filled Coconut Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tropical flavors of coconut with the sweet-tartness of raspberries. It’s light, moist, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 50g brown sugar
- 80g coconut milk
- 70g ricotta cheese
- 100g grated coconut
- 100g ground almonds
- 150g raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 6g baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Coconut oil or parchment paper (for greasing the pan)
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Prepare the Baking Mold:
- Grease a rectangular baking mold (about 10 x 20 cm) with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Eggs and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and brown sugar. Beat the mixture vigorously with a hand mixer or whisk until it turns pale and fluffy. This adds air to the mixture, helping the cake to rise and be light in texture.
- Add Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gently stir in the coconut milk and ricotta cheese into the egg mixture.
- Add the grated coconut, ground almonds, vanilla extract, and baking powder. Mix until the batter is smooth and uniform. Avoid overmixing.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking mold, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Scatter the raspberries over the top of the batter, pressing them down slightly. The raspberries will sink partially into the batter as the cake bakes, creating pockets of juicy fruit.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on the cake after 25 minutes as baking times can vary.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the mold for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy:
- Slice and serve the cooled cake. This cake pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
This Raspberry Filled Coconut Cake is a delicious tropical treat that brings together the rich flavor of coconut and the bright sweetness of raspberries. Enjoy your homemade cake!