š„„ No Sugar Coconut Cake (with Condensed Milk)
š Description
This soft, moist coconut cake is naturally sweetened with condensed milkāno extra sugar needed. Itās rich, slightly creamy, and packed with coconut flavor, making it perfect for tea time or as a simple dessert.
š Ingredients (Serves 6ā8)
For the Cake:
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut milk (or regular milk)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
Optional Toppings:
- ¼ cup desiccated coconut
- Powdered sugar (light dusting, optional)
- Coconut glaze (see below)
š©āš³ Instructions
1. Preheat & prepare
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease and line an 8-inch cake pan.
2. Mix wet ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk, eggs, coconut milk, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add dry ingredients
- Sift in flour and baking powder.
- Gently mix until just combined (donāt overmix).
4. Bake
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Sprinkle desiccated coconut on top (optional).
- Bake for 30ā40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
5. Cool & serve
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10ā15 minutes.
- Transfer to a rack, slice, and serve.
š„„ Optional Coconut Glaze (Highly Recommended!)
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2ā3 tbsp condensed milk
Steps:
- Mix both and lightly drizzle over warm cake for extra moisture and flavor.
š½ļø Serving Ideas
- Serve with tea or coffee ā
- Pair with fresh mango or berries
- Add whipped cream for a richer dessert
š” Tips for Best Results
- Donāt overbakeāthis cake should stay moist
- Use coconut milk for stronger coconut flavor
- Room temperature eggs mix better
- Add a pinch of salt to balance sweetness
š„ Nutritional Info (Approx. per slice)
- Calories: 280ā330 kcal
- Protein: 6ā8 g
- Fat: 12ā15 g
- Carbs: 35ā40 g
ā Q&A
Q: Is this really āno sugarā?
It contains sugar from condensed milk, but no added sugar separately.
Q: Can I make it eggless?
Yesāreplace each egg with ¼ cup yogurt or 1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yesāuse a gluten-free flour blend.
Q: How long does it last?
2ā3 days at room temp (covered) or up to 5 days refrigerated.