Bright, zesty, and full of tropical flavour, this coconut and lime Bundt cake is a refreshing treat that’s easy to bake and perfect for sharing.
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I did it, I finally did it. Just a few weeks ago, I, after talking about wanting one for well over a year, bought a bundt tin. Can you be in love with a tin?
I've only baked two cakes in it so far but the shape they they emerge from the tin is just so beautiful I'd be surprised if my other tins ever make their way out of the drawer again.
Seriously, what's not to love about the way the icing cascades down the sides in perfect ridges aided by the shape of the special tin.
The first cake to be lucky enough to christen the tin was a coconut and lime bundt cake. It's lovely and light with a slightly crumbly texture and flakes of coconut in every mouthful.
I took this as dessert to a dinner party at a friend's on Friday and my non-citrus loving friend liked that there was just a hint of lime but it wasn't at all over-powering.
I personally like a lot of lime so probably would add a bit more if I made it again but the little bit balanced the coconut nicely.
Isn't it beautiful? Everyone should own a bundt tin I think. I was so nervous about taking the cake out of the tin for the first time but my greasing and flouring made the cake slip out with ease.
I topped mine with toasted flakes of coconut and a little extra lime zest for a colour boost. It would actually make a pretty, summery addition to a Christmas dessert table don't you think? Enjoy!
What about you? Is there a kitchen item that you've wanted for ages and now you have it you love it? Do you have a bundt tin?
Recipe
Coconut and lime bundt cake
Ingredients
Cake
- 185 g 1.5 sticks butter, softened
- 1 ¼ cups caster superfine sugar
- 3 free-range eggs
- 2 ½ cups self-raising flour
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup flaked coconut toasted
Icing
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 1-2 tablespoon water
- ¼ teaspoon coconut essence
- ½ teaspoon finely shredded lime rind
- extra coconut and lime zest and icing sugar for decorating
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 160C (350F) fan-forced and lightly grease a 10 cup capacity bundt tin with butter. I also floured mine just in case.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter until light and creamy then slowly add the sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at at time, making sure each one is incorporated before adding another.
- Scrape down the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, stir the coconut cream, lime juice, water and vanilla together.
- Add half the flour to the mixer and beat it through then add half the coconut cream mixture.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Take the bowl off the stand and fold through the toasted coconut.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Leave to rest in the tin for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- To make the icing, mix all the ingredients together until they form a drizzle.
- Drizzle over the cooled cake then top with coconut, lime and dust with icing sugar.
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Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says
I couldn't resist checking out your bundt cakes while I was visiting your site. Your cake is gorgeous! Perfect to share with a friend.
Claire says
All inspired by you Barbara!
The Food Sage says
An awfully pretty cake - you'd be welcome to bring it to my place any time. Love citrus cakes & looking forward to giving this one a try. thanks!
Claire says
Thanks!
The Life of Clare says
I've baked one ever bundt cake, but it was my mums tin. They are so pretty though!
Claire says
Aren't they?!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
Is this where I get to admit that I want a sous vide machine? :) Your cake is gorgeous, Claire! I need to dig out my bundt cake and give this a try.
Claire says
Sure is Maureen. Surely you can squeeze one in?
Lisa the Gourmet Wog says
It certainly is very pretty! I have a gorgeous vintage bundt pan rarely gets used. I don't know why!! You've inspired me to get it out of the closet
Claire says
Yay... everyone is digging theirs out. Maybe we need a bundt cake day!
Hotly Spiced says
I don't own a bundt tin. I'd never heard of one until I watched the movie, 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding', and that episode of Seinfeld. They must be more of an American thing. So now I want to own one but it comes after my want for a food processor. Beautiful looking cake xx
Claire says
I think they are quite American but they sure do turn out pretty cakes! Stay tuned for next week Charlie and you never know... ;-)
Stephanie - The Dessert Spoon says
I love bundt tins! I have two and I just love how they make any simple cake look like something really special.
This cake looks so delicious!
Claire says
That's it isn't it... they'd make any recipe look pretty.
Debbie Trevino says
Okay, this is probably far fetched but the TV show Chicago Fire just used a bundt pan to stabilize a stab wound puncture to the heart.
Claire says
No way?! They're everywhere! I'll have to remember that if I'm ever in that situation... I'll be so prepared!
Debbie Trevino says
I got my bundt pan for a wedding present 29 years ago and I still love it. It came with a few recipes and the apple cake is to die for. I also have a mini bundt tin with 6 molds. I'm still waiting for a tart pan, maybe my kids have listened after all these years and I will get one for Christmas.
Claire says
How wonderful that it came with recipes too. I'd love some mini ones. Oh so cute! Hope you get your tart tin :-)
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
I've got a few bundt tins but for some reason I don't use them very much. I don't know why, I wanted them for ages but once I got them, I just stashed them!
Claire says
You'll have to dig them out Lorraine!
Barbara Bamber | justasmidgen says
I love bundt cakes! I think it's got to do with the name.. and you're so right, the beautiful shape sure lends itself to the pretties pouring of icings and glazes! Love what you've done here, Claire! It'd be hard to slice into it before taking 100+ photos from all angles:) xx
Claire says
Yes the name is pretty cute too isn't it? I did take quite a few photos!
celia says
Oooh oooh, don't get me started, I'm addicted to bundt tins! And after all the designs I've bought, I think this classic shape is still my favourite! Wonderful recipe Claire! And here's a little music to eat it to.. :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbgv8PkO9eo
Claire says
Ahahaha well now I have the lime in the coconut song on repeat in my head! I may have to start collecting different designs now. They're just so pretty! Ooh perfect for your pound cake recipes too.
Terrina Fairbrother says
mmmm this looks so yummy Claire!! I'm doing a bit of a pre Christmas detox so :( but I think straight after Christmas this will be one of the first things I make. I'm a Lime lover too so I think I might be a bit more liberal with the lime!! It might be a Lime and Coconut Bunt Cake! * walks off singing "You put the Lime in the Coconut and drink them both up"*
Claire says
You and Celia both thought of the song but it didn't even occur to me until now. So funny! Glad it will be on your list. Yes it can definitely take extra lime.