Golden Lazy Daisy Cake

Servings: 1 cups Difficulty: Advanced
A moist, buttery sponge cake topped with a broiled brown sugar glaze, nuts, and coconut
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Golden Lazy Daisy Cake

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 cups Calories: 533

Description

This Golden Lazy Daisy Cake is a comforting, nostalgic dessert that combines a tender vanilla sponge with a rich, caramelized topping. The base is simple yet elegant, relying on the perfect balance of flour, eggs, and milk to create a soft, fluffy crumb. The real star is the broiled brown sugar topping, which adds a crunchy, sweet contrast with toasted nuts and shredded coconut. It’s the kind of cake that feels like a warm hug, perfect for Sunday brunches, family gatherings, or a cozy night in.

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla together until the mixture is thick and pale.
  4. Gradually beat in the 1 cup of sugar, adding it a little at a time.
  5. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
  6. In a small saucepan, heat the 1/2 cup milk with the 1 tablespoon of butter until the butter is melted.
  7. Pour the warm milk mixture into the batter and beat for 1 minute until smooth.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake bakes, make the topping: In a small saucepan, melt the 1/4 cup butter.
  10. Stir in the brown sugar, light cream, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut.
  11. Bring the topping mixture to a boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  12. Spread the warm topping evenly over the hot cake.
  13. Turn the oven to the broil setting.
  14. Place the cake under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching closely, until the topping is bubbly and golden.
  15. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups


Amount Per Serving
Calories 533kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7g11%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 102mg34%
Sodium 1463mg61%
Total Carbohydrate 108.5g37%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 62.1g
Protein 10.5g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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