SAMOAN DESSERT + MUMS RECIPE

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic the flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: toasted oats

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Toasted oats provide a similar texture with less cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a baking pan with butter or oil.

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, and vanilla extract.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.

Fold in shredded coconut and lime zest gently.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve plain or with a drizzle of coconut milk.

Cooking Techniques

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