Easy Coconut Cake with Whole Wheat Flour

Name: Easy Coconut Cake with Whole Wheat Flour
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 0.25 cup neutral oil (sunflower, canola, or light olive oil); 1 tbsp ghee (optional, for extra flavour); 1 cup jaggery powder; 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 0.5 tsp baking soda; 0.25 cup milk powder; 0.75 cup milk, at room temperature; 0.5 cup desiccated coconut; 1 tsp vanilla essence; 2 tbsp freshly grated or thinly sliced coconut (optional); 2 tbsp sliced pistachios

Looking for a light, fluffy coconut cake that’s both wholesome and full of flavour? This Coconut Cake with Whole Wheat Flour is my go-to whenever I’m craving something sweet but not heavy. It’s made without refined sugar, using jaggery for a natural sweetness and that warm, caramel-like depth you can’t get from regular sugar. The nutty bite of coconut pairs beautifully with the richness of oil (and a touch of ghee, if you want extra...

neutral oil (sunflower, canola, or light olive oil)

ghee (optional, for extra flavour)

milk, at room temperature

freshly grated or thinly sliced coconut (optional)

Calories

279.6kcal (13.98%)

Protein

4.6g (9.12%)

Carbs

31.0g (11.28%)

Sugars

14.1g (28.14%)

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and grease and line a cake tin.

Step 2

In a bowl, sift together wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and milk powder.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy. Add the oil, ghee (if using), and jaggery powder. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in 2–3 batches, alternating with milk. Mix gently to avoid overbeating.

Step 5

Fold in the desiccated coconut and vanilla essence.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the top with sliced coconut and pistachios.

Step 7

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.