I just made my friend Nadee’s simple honey coconut cake recipe, and I absolutely love it; it is so moist and perfectly sweet. The whole cake cost me less than 5 dollars to make, and everyone who tried it asked for the recipe.
Watch my video below for a simple, step-by-step recipe for creating this delicious Moist Honey Coconut Cake. If you enjoy it, don’t forget to like and subscribe for more easy and tasty recipes!
Why I Like This Honey Coconut Cake Recipe
This honey coconut cake has become my family’s favorite for a few reasons. The honey syrup makes every bite incredibly moist, and the jam and coconut topping add just the right amount of sweetness. It’s also really quick to put together – you don’t need any special baking skills to make it turn out great.
I love serving this when friends come over for coffee. Everyone always asks for the recipe, and they never believe how inexpensive it is to make.
Honey Coconut Cake Ingredients You’ll Need
For the cake:
- 7 tablespoons (100g) butter, softened
- ½ cup minus 1 tablespoon (90g) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup minus 1 tablespoon (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons milk (if needed)
For the honey syrup:
- 2 tablespoons (40g) honey
- 2½ tablespoons (40g) water
For the coconut topping:
- 3 tablespoons (40g) jam (strawberry works great)
- 3 tablespoons (20g) desiccated coconut
Step-by-Step Honey Coconut Cake Instructions
Preparing Your Cake Batter
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C) and line a 7½-inch (19cm) square pan with parchment paper, leaving some hanging over the edges.
Step 2: Mix the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Step 3: Add the eggs and vanilla extract and continue mixing until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Sift the flour and baking powder into a separate bowl.
Step 5: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Don’t overmix or your cake will be tough.
Step 6: If the batter seems too thick, add 2 tablespoons of milk and stir it in.
Baking Your Coconut Cake
Step 7: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spread it evenly, and smooth the top.
Step 8: Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
Top Tip: Don’t open the oven during the first 15 minutes of baking, or your cake might sink in the middle.
Adding the Honey Syrup
Step 9: While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over it with a fork or skewer.
Step 10: Mix the honey and water together in a small bowl until well combined.
Step 11: Pour this syrup all over the cake, making sure to cover the entire surface.
Step 12: Let the cake cool completely in the tin so the syrup soaks through properly.
Finishing with Coconut Topping
Step 13: Mix the jam and coconut together in a small bowl.
Step 14: Once the cake has cooled, remove it from the tin using the parchment paper edges.
Step 15: Spread the jam and coconut mixture evenly over the top of the cake.
Step 16: Cut into 8 slices and enjoy!
Related Recipe: If you liked this moist honey coconut cake recipe, then you are absolutely going to love this Indian Honey Cake recipe here.
Super Moist Honey Coconut Cake Recipe
8
servings15
minutes20
minutes205
kcal35
minutesThis honey coconut cake turns out so moist and tender from the honey that soaks into every bite. The sweet coconut topping gives it a lovely chewy texture, and the whole thing tastes amazing, but costs almost nothing to make at home.
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Ingredients
7 tablespoons (100g) unsalted butter
½ cup minus 1 tablespoon (90g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons (6g) baking powder
2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
2 tablespoons (40g) honey
2½ tablespoons (40g) water
3 tablespoons (40g) jam
3 tablespoons (20g) desiccated coconut
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C or 356°F.
- Mix softened butter with sugar until well combined in a bowl.
- Add room temperature eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture.
- Beat the mixture using an electric mixer until the mixture turns pale and fluffy.
- Sift flour and baking powder into the butter-egg mixture and gently fold.
- If the batter seems thick, add milk to thin it out and mix gently.
- Line a 19cm or 7.5-inch square pan with parchment paper and pour the batter in.
- Spread the batter evenly in the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake the cake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Poke holes all over the cake using a skewer.
- Mix honey and water to make syrup and brush it over the cake.
- Combine jam and desiccated coconut for the topping.
- Spread the coconut mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Storage Without Refrigeration: This cake stays fresh at room temperature for 3 days in an airtight container thanks to the honey syrup. Only refrigerate if your kitchen is very warm or humid.
- Fixing Thick Batter: If your cake batter looks too thick after mixing, add the milk one tablespoon at a time. The batter should fall off your spoon slowly but easily.
- Testing Cake Doneness Properly: Insert a skewer into the center and twist it slightly before pulling out. If wet batter sticks to the skewer, bake for 2-3 more minutes and test again.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 205kcal
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 3g
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Storing Your Honey Coconut Cake
This cake stays moist for several days because of the honey syrup. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. I actually think it tastes even better the day after making it!
Cake Variations to Try
- Use different jams for the topping – raspberry and apricot both work really well
- Add lemon or orange zest to the cake batter for a citrusy twist
- Sprinkle some extra coconut on top for more texture
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a warm spiced version
More Moist and Delicious Cake Recipes to Try
If you loved this honey coconut cake, you’ll definitely want to check out my other cake recipes on my YouTube channel. I have tons of easy, moist cake recipes that taste amazing and cost very little to make. Head over to my channel for more sweet treats that everyone will love!
- Best Moist Coconut Loaf Cake Recipe – Super soft and fluffy with rich coconut flavor, perfect with tea or coffee.
- Moist Banana Oatmeal Cake Recipe with a Chocolate Twist – A wholesome banana cake made extra special with oats and a hint of chocolate.
- SIMPLE Moist Nut Cake Recipe – A quick, nutty delight that’s soft, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make.
I hope you enjoy this simple coconut cake as much as my family does. Let me know how it turns out if you make it!