Ugly Cake Recipe

This easy-to-make Ugly Cake is deceivingly delightful! Don't let the name fool you – this simple recipe delivers a moist, delicious cake with a crunchy, sweet topping in under an hour. Perfect for beginner bakers or anyone short on time.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 345.1 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ugly Cake

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How to Make Ugly Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  7. In a small bowl, combine ½ cup flaked coconut and ¼ cup packed light brown sugar.
  8. Sprinkle the coconut mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

154g

Fat

26g

Carbs

19g

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