Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake Recipe

This coconut pound cake is so unbelievably moist and delicious, it'll have you going back for seconds (and thirds!). A reader shared this amazing recipe after receiving a slice from Cindy – and we're so glad she did! Perfect for any occasion, this isn't overly sweet, making it ideal for even those who prefer subtly sweet treats. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 6599.4 kcal
Protein 135g
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Ingredients for Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • Canola Oil
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Coconut
  • Coconut Extract
  • Water
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

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How to Make Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the shredded coconut and milk.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-80 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

107 g

Sugar

2428g

Fat

524g

Carbs

273g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake?

Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake?

Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake has approximately 6599.4 calories per serving, with about 135 g protein, 273 g carbohydrates and 538 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake?

The key ingredients for Cindy's Coconut Pound Cake are Eggs, Sugar, Canola Oil, Flour, Baking Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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