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Moist Zesty Flourless Coconut Lime Cake

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Indulge in our moist, flavorful gluten-free Coconut Lime Cake! Zesty lime meets tropical coconut for a perfect summer or anytime dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-free
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (200g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 limes zest of
  • 2 limes juice of
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil (100g) (or melted butter)
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk (60ml) (or any dairy-free milk)
  • powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk 4 large eggs and 200g sugar until pale and fluffy.
  3. Add 100g melted coconut oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract, zest and juice of 2 limes, and 1/4 cup coconut milk; mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in 200g shredded coconut, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1 tsp baking powder gently.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 80mgFiber: 3gSugar: 24g

Notes

Ingredient Variation: I've tried using a mix of shredded coconut and finely ground coconut when I've had it on hand, and it gives the cake a slightly different, almost melt-in