Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake

This Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake recipe features cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, buttermilk, pecans, shredded coconut, salted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, coconut extract, and heavy cream. The total time for this recipe is 60 minutes with 12 servings.

Try More Nigella Recipes:

• Nigella Coconut Biscuits
• Nigella Genoise Sponge
• Nigella Italian Apple Pie

🧡 The Benefits Of Trying This Delicious Banana And Coconut Cake Recipe:

• Rich flavors: Indulge in the delightful blend of ripe bananas, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans.
• Moist texture: Enjoy a tender, moist cake thanks to the addition of buttermilk and shredded coconut.
• Easy preparation: With simple steps and readily available ingredients, anyone can whip up this cake effortlessly.
• Heavenly frosting: Luxuriate in a creamy, coconut-infused frosting that perfectly complements the cake’s flavors.

❓ What Is Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake Recipe?

Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake is a delectable dessert made from ripe bananas, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake.

🍦 Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake Ingredients

• 2 cups cake flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup buttermilk
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup shredded coconut

FOR THE FROSTING:

• 1 cup salted butter at room temperature
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon coconut extract
• ¼ cup cold heavy cream

🥮 How To Make Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake

1. Prepare 2 round cake pans (9”); grease and flour them.
2. Preheat oven to 375ºF.
3. Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl.
4. Add eggs and mix well, scraping sides as needed.
5. Mix in ripe bananas and vanilla extract for 2 minutes.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
7. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to banana mixture, mixing between each addition.
8. Fold in chopped pecans.
9. Divide batter evenly into prepared pans.
10. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top.
11. Bake for 15 minutes, then cover loosely with foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until done.
12. Cool cakes in pans, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
13. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter until almost white.
14. Add powdered sugar, extracts, and heavy cream; beat until light and fluffy.
15. Place one cake on plate, coconut side down, and spread frosting on top.
16. Place second cake layer coconut side up on first cake.
17. Frost sides of cake and outer top edge, leaving center unfrosted to show coconut.
18. Store in airtight container.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Use ripe bananas for maximum flavor and sweetness, ensuring a moist cake.
• Toast coconut and pecans before adding for enhanced nutty taste and texture.
• Avoid overmixing batter to prevent a dense cake; gently fold ingredients until just combined.
• Adjust baking time if using a different pan size to ensure even cooking.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting or sliding off.

🍨 What To Serve With Banana And Coconut Cake?

Serve Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat pair it with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a perfect balance of flavors.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake?

• In The Fridge. Store Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• In The Freezer. To freeze wrap individualLeftovers Banana And Coconut Cake slices tightly in plastic wrap then aluminum foil and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake?

• In The Microwave: Place Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake on a microwave-safe plate and heat on high for 20-30 seconds.
• In The Oven: Wrap Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake slices in foil and heat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
• In The Steaming: Place Leftovers Banana And Coconut Cake slices in a steamer basket and steam for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.

FAQs

Try More Nigella Recipes:

• Nigella Chocolate Biscuits
• Nigella Chocolate Cherry Cake
• Nigella Chocolate Yogurt Cake

Nigella Banana And Coconut Cake Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 488kcal
• Carbohydrates: 56g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 29g
• Saturated Fat: 17g
• Cholesterol: 88mg
• Sodium: 376mg
• Potassium: 162mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 41g
• Vitamin A: 779IU
• Vitamin C: 1mg
• Calcium: 40mg
• Iron: 1mg