Mango Coconut Cake
A tropical-inspired Mango Coconut Cake that’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for summer gatherings. This cake features the sweetness of ripe mangoes paired with the creamy texture of coconut, creating a delightful dessert.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch cake (serves 8) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mango puree (from ripe mangoes)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- Optional: extra shredded coconut and mango slices for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mango puree and coconut milk until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
- Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Garnish with extra shredded coconut and mango slices before serving.
Notes
- Ensure mangoes are ripe and sweet for best flavor.
- Use canned mango puree if fresh mangoes are not available.
- This cake can be served plain or with a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: mango coconut cake, tropical cake, mango dessert, coconut cake, summer dessert