Description
A delightful Raspberry Coconut Snowball Cake combining the sweetness of fresh raspberries and the tropical flavor of coconut flakes into a moist, golden cake. Perfectly dusted with powdered sugar, this easy-to-make cake is ideal for celebrations or a sweet afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Other
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until the mixture is well blended.
- Add Coconut Flakes: Stir in the unsweetened coconut flakes evenly into the dry mixture.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, and vanilla extract together until frothy and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold the mixture together just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Raspberries: Carefully fold in the fresh raspberries into the batter, making sure not to crush them to retain their shape and texture.
- Bake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in Pan: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set itself before removing.
- Cool Completely and Dust: Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, dust the top generously with powdered sugar to create the snowball effect.
Notes
- Ensure you fold the raspberries gently to avoid them breaking and coloring the batter too much.
- Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent it from melting.
- This cake pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
