A tender, cloud-like treat that honors the ancestral stability of unrefined coconut oil. This isn't just a dessert; it’s a celebratory act of nourishment, offering a velvet-soft crumb that melts away while keeping your "internal garden" thriving.
Functional Focus: Metabolic support from clean MCTs, antimicrobial lauric acid, and a low-glycemic profile to keep the gut at peace.
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Prep time: 15 mins
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Bake time: 35–40 mins
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Yields: One 8-inch round cake
Ingredients
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2 cups Spelt Flour: An ancient grain (or high-quality GF blend) for a rustic, tender crumb.
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1 cup Shredded Unsweetened Coconut: For a fiber-rich, tropical texture.
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1 tsp Baking Powder & 1/2 tsp Baking Soda: To give the cake its light, airy "lift."
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1/2 cup Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (Melted): The "Liquid Gold" that provides deep moisture and healthy fats.
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3/4 cup Coconut Sugar: A sustainable, caramel-like sweetener from the earth.
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2 Large Pasture-Raised Eggs: (Room temperature) To bind the cake with high-quality proteins.
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1 cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk: The secret to that "extra moist" finish.
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1 tbsp Pure Vanilla Bean Paste: To see those beautiful, real vanilla specks throughout the cake.
For the Crown:
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1/4 cup Thick Coconut Cream: (The solid part from the top of a chilled can).
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1 tbsp Raw Honey: To lightly sweeten the glaze.
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1/4 cup Toasted Shredded Coconut: For the final "snow-capped" crunch.
Instructions
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The Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease your cake tin with a little extra coconut oil. Take a moment to appreciate the tropical scent—it's nature’s aromatherapy.
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The Creaming: In a glass bowl, whisk the melted coconut oil and coconut sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking with intention until the mixture is pale and frothy.
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The Infusion: Alternating between the dry ingredients and the coconut milk, gently fold them into the oil mixture. Use a "light hand" to keep the texture velvet-soft—overmixing is the enemy of moisture.
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The Fold: Stir in the shredded coconut and vanilla bean paste. Watch as the vanilla specks disperse like tiny stars throughout the batter.
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The Transformation: Pour the batter into your tin and bake for 35–40 minutes. The top should be a pale, toasted gold. Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
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The Crown: Whisk the coconut cream and honey until smooth. Drizzle it over the cooled cake, allowing it to pool naturally.
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The Texture: Sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut over the glaze to create a beautiful "snow-capped" effect.
Crunchy Mama Tip: For a truly elegant finish, decorate the top with fresh, plump raspberries. Not only do they look stunning against the white coconut, but the burst of sour-sweetness perfectly balances the creamy vanilla. If you want an even moister cake, poke small holes in the warm cake and pour two tablespoons of warm coconut milk over it before glazing!
Curious why we chose stable, unrefined coconut oil for this velvet-soft crumb?
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