Are you craving a dessert that not only tastes delicious but also surprises with its unique texture? Then our Coconut Magic Cake is just the thing for you! This cake has a good reason for its name: During baking, a simple batter transforms into three distinct layers – one firm, one creamy, and one fluffy – which together create an unforgettable taste experience, similar to a Magic Custard Cake.
The magic cake originated in France, where it's known as "Gâteau Magique." Its magic lies in its preparation and the ingredients that separate and transform in a special way during baking. Today, we'd like to introduce you to an exotic version with coconut oil and vanilla, which will bring a touch of tropical flair to your kitchen.
Preparation time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients for the coconut magic cake:
- 115 g wheat flour (type 405)
- 140 g sugar
- pulp of a vanilla pod
- 120 g coconut oil
- 4 eggs
- 500 ml milk
- a pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for sprinkling
This cake serves about 8 portions – perfect for surprising friends and family or for treating yourself.
Preparation:
Preparation:
- Melt coconut oil: Heat the coconut oil in a small saucepan until completely liquid. This only takes a few minutes.
- Scrape out the vanilla pod: Cut the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds will give the cake its irresistible aroma, similar to homemade vanilla cream.
Dough preparation:
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius.
- Separate the eggs: Separate the eggs by placing the egg whites in a large mixing bowl and the yolks in a separate bowl.
- Whisk the egg whites: Whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. This step ensures the cake will be nice and airy, like a sponge cake that's been lightly whipped.
- Egg yolks and sugar: Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until the mixture turns light in color and is slightly creamy.
- Vanilla and coconut oil: Stir the vanilla seeds and melted coconut oil into the egg yolk and sugar mixture. This mixture is reminiscent of gently incorporating vanilla into the batter, like in fluffy pancake batter.
- Add flour: Add the flour and stir until well blended.
- Stir in milk: Gradually add the milk and stir until a smooth batter forms, similar to stirring pancake batter.
- Fold in the egg whites: Gently fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the batter. Do not overmix so the egg whites retain their airiness, as if preparing a sponge cake.
Bake:
- Pour batter: Pour the batter into a baking or tart dish lined with parchment paper. This layering creates the signature pancake layers of the magic cake.
- Baking: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes. The top should be golden brown and spring back when gently pressed, similar to a sponge cake in the oven.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan. This step is similar to cooling a Magic Custard Cake.
Decorate:
- Sprinkle powdered sugar: Sprinkle the cooled cake with powdered sugar.This simple step adds an elegant touch to the cake and visually highlights the different layers, similar to a pastry case with icing.
Tips & Variations:
- Variations: You can vary the magic cake as you like. For example, try using butter instead of coconut oil or adding some lemon or orange zest for a fresh twist.
- Using up leftovers: If you have any leftover cake, it still tastes great the next day. Simply store it in the refrigerator.
- Seasonal adjustments: In summer you can serve it with fresh berries, in winter a scoop of vanilla ice cream goes perfectly with it.
Serving suggestion:
Present the coconut magic cake on a beautiful cake stand and garnish it with fresh mint leaves or berries. A glass of chilled lemonade or freshly brewed herbal tea completes the delicious experience.
Conclusion:
The Coconut Magic Cake is a highlight on any coffee table. With its unique texture and exotic flavor, it enchants all the senses. The combination of the fluffy sponge cake, creamy vanilla custard, and firm pastry makes it a true delight.
Try this recipe and let yourself be amazed by the magic of baking. We especially recommend using a Springlane tart or casserole dish, which impresses with its timeless and natural design and adds an extra touch of elegance to the cake.
Have fun baking and enjoying!
