Coconut Cream Pound Cake with Sweet Glaze

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a Bundt or tube pan. This ensures the cake will release easily once baked and gives it a beautiful finish.
2. Mix the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This will help distribute the baking powder and salt evenly throughout the batter.
3. Cream the butter and sugar. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This process incorporates air into the batter, helping the cake rise and giving it a light texture.
4. Incorporate the eggs and coconut extract. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the coconut extract (or vanilla extract) for added flavor.
5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Start with a small portion of the dry ingredients, followed by the coconut milk, and continue alternating until everything is well combined. Stir in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Bake the cake. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown on top and firm to the touch.
7. Cool the cake. Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This allows the cake to set and makes it easier to remove from the pan without breaking.
8. Make the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, coconut milk, and coconut extract (or vanilla extract) until smooth and pourable. Adjust the consistency by adding more coconut milk if needed.
9. Drizzle the glaze. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Sprinkle with extra shredded coconut for garnish. The glaze will set slightly as it cools, creating a smooth, glossy finish.

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