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Coconut Bundt Cake with White Chocolate-Coconut Glaze

This Coconut Bundt Cake is a tropical delight! Moist and rich, it’s topped with a luxurious white chocolate glaze.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons coconut extract
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
For the Glaze:
  • 4 to 6 tablespoons coconut milk
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract for glaze
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 6 ounces white chocolate melted and still warm
  • to taste shredded coconut toasted, for garnish

Equipment

  • Bundt Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Grease your bundt pan generously with butter or non-stick spray, and dust with flour.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Add the eggs and yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the extracts.
  6. Step 6: Slowly add the coconut milk and mix on low speed until just combined.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
  8. Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
  11. Step 11: Melt the white chocolate and mix with powdered sugar, coconut milk, and extracts for the glaze.
  12. Step 12: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
  • This cake can be frozen for up to three months.
  • For a tropical twist, try adding chopped pineapple or mango to the batter.