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Greek Coconut Cake Recipe

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Ingredients

This Greek Coconut Cake is a delicious and easy to make cake that will leave your family and friends wanting more. To make this cake you will need the following ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded and sweetened coconut
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix until blended. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until blended. Add the milk and mix until blended.

Add the shredded coconut and almonds and mix until blended. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition

This Greek Coconut Cake is a delicious yet healthy treat. It contains healthy fats from the butter and almonds, as well as a good source of protein from the eggs. Each serving contains approximately:

  • 323 calories
  • 14.7 g fat
  • 4.8 g protein
  • 46.1 g carbohydrates
  • 1.4 g fiber

It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. This cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

Tips

For a lighter version of this cake, you can substitute the butter with a low-fat margarine or use a combination of butter and applesauce. You can also reduce the sugar by 1/4 cup and replace it with sugar substitute. To make the cake even more flavorful, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract to the batter.

Serving Suggestions

This Greek Coconut Cake is delicious served as is, however, you can also serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or freshly sliced strawberries. It also pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea. This cake is also perfect for special occasions or holiday celebrations. Enjoy!


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