GLAZED TOASTED COCONUT BUNDT CAKE

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This is a recipe that I submitted to a Nordic Ware contest about 3 years ago. It did not win a monetary prize, but was included in a Nordic Ware cookbook (Best of the Bundt). This cake has a moist, dense yet tender crumb and has a delicious toasted coconut flavor. For the glaze, make sure you use the thick sweetened cream of...

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 c sweetened flaked coconut, toasted and divided
CAKE
3 c all purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 c margarine, softened
2 c sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp coconut extract
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
3/4 c buttermilk
GLAZE
1 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
2/3 c cream of coconut
3 Tbsp milk
1/2 tsp coconut extract
sweetened whipped cream, optional, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously grease and flour 10 cup Bundt pan (or generously coat with baking spray) Set aside.
  • 2. To toast coconut: Spread coconut on a cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees F. for 15 - 20 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning, or until toasted and fragrant.
  • 3. FOR THE CAKE:
  • 4. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside. In another large bowl, with mixer on medium speed, cream the margarine and sugar about 2-3 minutes.
  • 5. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the extracts and beat well.
  • 6. Add the flour mixture in thirds, alternating with the buttermilk and ending with the flour. Gently stir in 1 cup of the toasted coconut.
  • 7. Pour batter into prepared pan and gently cut through batter once or twice with a rubber spatula. Bake 60-70 minutes or until cake is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • 8. Cool in pan for 10 minutes on wire rack. Invert cake onto rack and cool completely.
  • 9. Meanwhile, for the glaze: In a small bowl combine the confectioner's sugar, cream of coconut and milk and whisk until smooth. Place cooled cake on serving plate and drizzle evenly with glaze. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup toasted coconut over top.
  • 10. Serve with sweetened whipped cream if desired.

Madlene Naime
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar in the glaze.


Sikiru Afolake
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I've tried this cake a few times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand.


Arman Baloch
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious!


Md Moynul
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this cake. The glaze is amazing!


PrincessMuwaiji Bontigao
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's delicious and easy to make.


Nadeem Bajwah
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Jim Paul
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Loona Olvera
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I found this cake to be a bit too dense, but the flavor was good.


Haizelle Castaneda
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This cake was a bit dry, but the glaze helped to make it more moist.


Yeboah Samuel
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I wasn't a big fan of the coconut flavor in this cake, but the glaze was really good.


Md Al Amin khan
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Md:Mostafa Shekh
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I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


SprayCan Michael
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This cake is so delicious! The coconut flavor is amazing, and the glaze is to die for.


Hot Dogs
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a winner. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Guevara Ayoub
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This cake was a huge hit with my family! It was moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.