Banana coconut cake

• For 8 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 40 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Cake Batter
  • Ripe bananas : 2 medium-sized
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Shredded coconut : 1/2 cup
  • Baking powder : 1/2 teaspoons
  • Salt : 1/4 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter (softened) : 1/2 cup
  • Granulated sugar : 1 cup
  • Eggs : 2 large
  • Vanilla extract : 1 teaspoon
  • Milk : 1/2 cup
• Coconut Frosting
  • Unsalted butter (softened) : 1/2 cup
  • Cream cheese (softened) : 8 ounces
  • Powdered sugar : 3 cups
  • Coconut extract : 1 teaspoon
  • Shredded coconut : 1/2 cup

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
• Add the flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt to the bowl. Mix well.
• In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
• Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely before frosting.
• Coconut Frosting
• In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar and coconut extract. Mix until well combined.
• Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
• Sprinkle the shredded coconut on top of the frosting.

Tips

• Make sure the bananas are ripe for the best flavor in the cake.
• Toast the shredded coconut before sprinkling it on top for added texture and flavor.

Information

• This banana coconut cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to potlucks.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.