Description
A decadent chocolate cake infused with coconut for ultimate moisture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth; it will be thin.
- Fold in shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Ensure the coconut is fresh for the best texture; store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g