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Coconut Lemon Loaf Cake

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist and flavorful loaf cake combining zesty lemon and sweet coconut for a delightful treat.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf tin with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Mix the softened butter on high speed for about 30 seconds until creamy. Add sugar and beat for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. Fold in half of the flour mixture until incorporated, then add Greek yogurt and lemon juice, folding carefully.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

For added texture, sprinkle extra coconut on top before baking. Serve with fresh lemon slices.