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Ingredients
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Cake Batter
Filling
Topping
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, coconut flakes, ground cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using). Mix well until combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 7
Prepare Baking Pan
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- 8
Layer Batter and Filling
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Spread the filling evenly over the batter, then pour the remaining batter on top, covering the filling completely.
- 9
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Topping
- 10
Prepare Topping
Once the cake is baked and cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar. Optionally, top with fresh fruit if desired.
