LIME AND COCONUT CAKE

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Put the lime in the coconut and shake your taste buds up! This cake reminds us of a cross between banana bread and a lime coconut cake. It's dense and moist with a delicious citrus lime flavor. Yum! The creamy frosting adds a nice tangy taste.

Provided by SK H

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large eggs
1 zest of lime, minced
1 Tbsp lime juice
1/2 c buttermilk
3 bananas, very ripe, mashed
3/4 c unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 c granulated sugar
2 c all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
2/3 c shredded coconut
FROSTING
1 pkg cream cheese, reduced fat, softened; 8 oz.
1 c powdered sugar, sifted
1 c coconut shredded

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE CAKE: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Then grease a 9-inch springform pan and line it with parchment paper.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, combine eggs, zest, lime juice, buttermilk, and mashed bananas. Then whisk together until well combined. Set aside.
  • 3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • 4. Add banana mixture. Beat on low until combined.
  • 5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Then add this to the banana/buttermilk mixture, whisking until well combined
  • 6. With a large metal spoon, gently fold in coconut until just combined.
  • 7. Spoon the batter into the prepared springform pan. Bake for 50 minutes or until golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • 8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then remove the springform sides before transferring the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • 9. Meanwhile, in a pan over medium heat, toast the remaining cup of shredded coconut. Stir constantly until golden in color. Then remove from the heat.
  • 10. FOR THE ICING: Using an electric mixer, in a bowl combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth.
  • 11. Spread over the cake. Then sprinkle with the toasted coconut before slicing and serving.

Davies jerry
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients.


k.r Siva
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I'm very disappointed with this recipe.


Md,amir Bapare
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This is the worst cake I've ever had.


Homer Stacy
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Adelaide Dlamini
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This cake was a disaster! It was dry, crumbly, and had no flavor.


Angeline Saint luis
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as well as the picture.


Dj Willy
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This cake was a bit too dense for my liking, but the flavor was good.


Shakir Shakoor
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.


Laura Cagle
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Sara Zohaib
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I've tried many lime and coconut cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Merlin Coltman
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a treat for myself.


Basit Ladla
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The frosting on this cake is amazing! It's so creamy and smooth.


Nyabiel Deng
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I love the moist texture of this cake. It's so light and fluffy.


Tanvir Khan
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This cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again.


aiden norton
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I'm not usually a big fan of coconut, but this cake was delicious! The lime flavor really balanced out the coconut and made it a refreshing dessert.


Nura Musa
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of lime and coconut. It was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.