Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

Easy coconut milk snack cake is the perfect cozy dessert. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a golden, moist cake every time. The warm, coconut aroma fills your home and makes it feel like a cozy fall day. Try it with a cup of coffee or a glass of refreshing Cherry Limeade. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this cake with Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls and Pair this cake with Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells.

What You'll Need for Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp coconut extract (optional, for extra coconut flavor)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for a warm spice note)
• Optional: Coconut flakes
• Optional: Chocolate chips
• Optional: Nuts
• Optional: Fruit

How to Make Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine coconut milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix well.
4. Combine ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in coconut extract and cinnamon, if using.
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Storing & Reheating Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before baking.

Freezing Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

Freeze cooled cake for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat slices in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the coconut milk with the same amount of almond milk or dairy milk for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: Baked cake can be made ahead and frozen. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan for a larger cake.
• Troubleshooting: If the cake is browning too quickly, tent the pan with aluminum foil.

Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

25-30 mins

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Total

35-40 mins

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free option available

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs

Seasonings

• 1 tsp coconut extract (optional, for extra coconut flavor)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for a warm spice note)

Optional Toppings

• Coconut flakes
• Chocolate chips
• Nuts
• Fruit

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine coconut milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix well.
4. Combine ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in coconut extract and cinnamon, if using.
5. Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the coconut milk with the same amount of almond milk or dairy milk for a different flavor profile.
• Make-ahead: Baked cake can be made ahead and frozen. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan for a larger cake.
• Troubleshooting: If the cake is browning too quickly, tent the pan with aluminum foil.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooled cake for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat slices in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
• Make ahead: Batter can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before baking.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sat. Fat: 1g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Coconut Milk Snack Cake for Cozy Desserts and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!