One Minute” Cake Tried And True

This One Minute Cake is a delightful, no-fuss dessert that delivers rich, moist texture with a sweet, nutty coconut topping. Perfect for spontaneous gatherings or a quick treat after dinner, it combines simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and eggs into a comforting classic. The base is a tender vanilla sponge, while the topping offers a chewy, caramelized crunch from toasted coconut, brown sugar, and butter. Its an ideal choice for those looking for a homemade feel without the complex steps, making it a reliable favorite for busy weeknights or casual parties.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 508.5

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This One Minute Cake is a delightful, no-fuss dessert that delivers rich, moist texture with a sweet, nutty coconut topping. Perfect for spontaneous gatherings or a quick treat after dinner, it combines simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and eggs into a comforting classic. The base is a tender vanilla sponge, while the topping offers a chewy, caramelized crunch from toasted coconut, brown sugar, and butter. Its an ideal choice for those looking for a homemade feel without the complex steps, making it a reliable favorite for busy weeknights or casual parties.

Ingredients

1 cup Granulated sugar
1 cup All-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Baking powder
2 large Eggs
1/2 cup Milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
3/4 cup Flaked or shredded coconut
1/2 cup Packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
1/3 cup Butter or margarine
3 tablespoons Milk
1/4 teaspoon Salt

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and grease an 8x8x2-inch baking pan; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
3
In a small bowl, beat the eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and vanilla extract together.
4
Pour the wet ingredients all at once into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
7
While the cake bakes, prepare the topping: in a medium saucepan, combine coconut, brown sugar, chopped nuts, butter, 3 tablespoons milk, and salt.
8
Cook the topping mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
9
Remove the cake from the oven and immediately spoon the hot topping evenly over the surface.
10
Increase the oven temperature to 400F (200C).
11
Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
12
Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 508.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.4g38%
Saturated Fat 9.1g46%
Cholesterol 83.3mg28%
Sodium 840.7mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 66.8g23%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 42.6g
Protein 9.0g18%

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

Keywords: cake, coconut, dessert, easy, flour, quick, sugar, topping, vanilla, walnuts

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/one-minute-cake-tried-and-true-8-pts/