Danish Dream Cake

Ingredients

• For the cake: For the cake:
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• For the glaze: For the glaze:
• 1 cup (90g) shredded coconut 1 cup (90g) shredded coconut
• 1 cup (200g) brown sugar 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 16g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 40g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3.
   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. 5.
   Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. 6.
   In a saucepan, melt the butter for the glaze over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, shredded coconut, and heavy cream. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
7. 7.
   Pour the glaze over the cake batter, spreading it evenly.
8. 8.
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9.
   Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shredded coconut — Make sure to use unsweetened shredded coconut for the glaze to balance the sweetness of the cake.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a teaspoon of almond extract to the cake batter.
• If you prefer a more caramelized glaze, you can broil the cake for a minute or two after baking to achieve a deeper golden color.
• Serve the Danish Dream Cake warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.

Serving advice

Serve the Danish Dream Cake as a dessert or a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can sprinkle some additional shredded coconut on top of the glaze before baking. This will add a touch of elegance and texture to the cake.