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Bounty Cake

A delightful fusion of rich chocolate and velvety coconut that captures the essence of tropical bliss, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International, Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 250 g soft butter Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 200 g sugar
  • 5 large eggs (size M)
  • 250 g wheat flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 60 g baking cocoa Use high-quality cocoa for better flavor.
  • 4 tbsp milk
For the Coconut Cream
  • 500 ml milk Bring to a gentle boil.
  • 150 g sugar
  • 5 tbsp semolina
  • 200 g butter Softened.
  • 200 g fine coconut flakes
For the Glaze
  • 300 g dark brown coconut cream
  • 150 ml cream For pouring over the coconut cream.

Method
 

Preparation of the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (160 °C convection).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whip the soft butter with sugar until creamy and light.
  3. Gradually incorporate the eggs, one at a time, into the mixture.
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, and cocoa and combine with wet ingredients and milk to achieve a smooth batter.
  5. Pour the mixture into greased baking sheet and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Preparation of Coconut Cream
  1. Allow the cake to cool.
  2. Bring the milk to a gentle boil, stir in semolina, simmer briefly.
  3. Remove from heat, let cool before whisking in butter and coconut flakes.
  4. Spread the creamy layer generously over the cooled cake and chill.
Preparation of the Glaze
  1. Heat the cream and pour it over chopped coconut cream in a bowl.
  2. Stir until smooth and pour over the chilled coconut layer.
Serving
  1. Slice the cake and present it on a serving platter, garnished with coconut flakes or fresh mint.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding chocolate chips to the batter. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.