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butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

grated coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened coconut flakes

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Unsweetened coconut flakes maintain flavor without added sugar.

ground almonds

🥗Healthier: ground walnuts

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Ground walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor.

cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: carob powder

💰Cheaper: dark chocolate

Carob powder is caffeine-free and adds sweetness.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a baking pan with butter or oil.

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

In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and lime juice.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.

Fold in grated coconut and lime zest gently.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

Sprinkle chocolate chips and ground almonds on top.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens