Description
Catch a Husband Cake is a moist, sweet coconut dessert featuring a delicate blend of condensed milk, coconut milk, and eggs baked to golden perfection. Topped with a rich coconut milk sauce and shredded coconut, this cake offers a flan-like texture and tropical flavor that’s perfect for serving warm or chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Batter
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
- 3 whole eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Topping Sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Topping
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt or ring pan thoroughly with butter and dust it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a blender or mixing bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, whole eggs, melted butter, and regular milk. Blend or whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and homogeneous.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder into the wet mixture. Continue blending or stirring gently until the batter is free of lumps but still slightly thin in consistency.
- Bake: Pour the prepared batter into the greased pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
- Prepare Topping Sauce: While the cake bakes, combine 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 cup milk in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture slightly thickens but does not boil.
- Cool and Add Topping: Allow the cake to cool slightly after baking. Then, gently pour the warm coconut milk sauce evenly over the top of the cake.
- Add Shredded Coconut: Generously sprinkle shredded coconut over the sauced cake, ensuring even coverage for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the cake warm for a soft, flan-like texture or chill it for a firmer consistency. Enjoy your tropical Catch a Husband Cake!
Notes
- You can substitute shredded coconut topping with toasted coconut for a nuttier flavor.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest taste and texture.
- The cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ensure the sugar in the topping sauce is fully dissolved to avoid graininess.
