Coconut Pineapple Cake

Coconut Pineapple Cake is a delightful tropical dessert that brings together the rich flavors of coconut and the sweetness of pineapple. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for a light finish to any meal, offering a refreshing taste of the tropics in every bite.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Unsweetened shredded coconut - 30 grams
• Milk - 60 milliliters
• Vegetable oil - 30 milliliters
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon
• Canned crushed pineapple - 100 grams (drained)
• Egg - 1 large

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two small ramekins or a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut. Mix well.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple gently into the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins or pour it into the small cake pan.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Coconut provides healthy fats and may support heart health.
• Pineapple contains bromelain, which may aid digestion and reduce inflammation.

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