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Sticky Coconut Cake

Irresistible Sticky Coconut Cake That Will Steal Your Heart

A delightful Sticky Coconut Cake that captures the essence of tropical goodness in every bite, perfect for gatherings and easily made gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 pieces Eggs, separated Substitute with aquafaba for vegan option
  • 1.25 cups Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and helps caramelization
  • 2.25 cups Full-Fat Canned Coconut Milk Shake well before use
  • 3 cups Shredded Sweetened Coconut Can use unsweetened if preferred
  • 1.5 cups Glutinous Rice Flour Mochiko is a viable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Swap with almond extract for different flavor
Optional Topping
  • 1 piece Egg Yolk For brushing on top before broiling

Equipment

  • 8×8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  2. Combine the egg whites and granulated sugar in a medium bowl; beat until frothy and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually pour in the coconut milk, mixing in the shredded coconut until uniform.
  4. Gently fold in glutinous rice flour and vanilla extract until no dry patches remain.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Brush the top lightly with beaten egg yolk and broil for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool for 15 minutes in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  8. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Sticky Coconut Cake is easily made gluten-free and can be adjusted to be vegan-friendly by using aquafaba instead of eggs.

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