Decadent Coconut Butter Cake: Moist, Fluffy, and Full of Flavor

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour an 8-inch cake pan or line with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Mix in vanilla extract.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients

Alternately add dry ingredients and coconut milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.

Fold in shredded coconut gently.

5. Bake the Cake

Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

6. Optional Coconut Glaze

Whisk together coconut milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Drizzle over the cooled cake for added moisture and flavor.

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