Greetings beautiful people! today I will teach you how to make one of the simplest cakes ever. Vegan Pina Colada Cake, you’ll taste the sunshine in every bite!
Pina colada cake is a tropical-inspired dessert that combines the flavors of coconut and pineapple. The cake is typically made with a sponge cake base that is flavored with coconut and pineapple, and then topped with dessicated coconut
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The history of pina colada cake is closely tied to the history of the pina colada drink, which is believed to have originated in Puerto Rico in the 1950s. The drink is made with rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice, and is typically served blended or shaken with ice. The exact origins of the drink are unclear, but it is believed to have been invented at the Caribe Hilton Hotel in San Juan, where it was served to guests as a welcome drink.
The popularity of the pina colada drink quickly spread throughout the United States and beyond, and it became a symbol of tropical relaxation and exotic destinations. In the 1970s, the drink inspired a wave of tropical-themed desserts, including pina colada cake.
The earliest known recipe for pina colada cake dates back to the 1970s and is credited to the Pillsbury Bake-Off contest. The recipe featured a yellow cake mix that was flavored with crushed pineapple and coconut, and then topped with a cream cheese and whipped topping mixture. The cake quickly became a hit and was featured in numerous cookbooks and food magazines throughout the decade though this version is easier to make and you can slice it to have whatever layers you wish to fill them with.
Over time, pina colada cake evolved and became more complex, with bakers experimenting with different ingredients and techniques to create the perfect tropical dessert. Some versions of the cake feature layers of pineapple and coconut cream filling, while others include rum-soaked cake layers or are topped with toasted coconut flakes.
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In recent years, the popularity of pina colada cake has grown even further, with vegan and plant-based versions of the dessert becoming increasingly common. To make a vegan-friendly pina colada cake, bakers typically substitute traditional cake ingredients like eggs and dairy with plant-based alternatives.
While pina colada cake may have started as a simple dessert inspired by a popular tropical drink, it has evolved into a complex and flavorful dessert that can be enjoyed by vegans and non-vegans alike. Whether you prefer a classic version of the cake or a modern twist on the traditional recipe, there’s no denying that pina colada cake is a delicious and decadent treat that will transport you straight to the tropics
Vegan Pina Colada Cake
Equipment
- 1 oven
Ingredients
Cake
- 2.5 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups Pineapple Juice
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup cooking oil
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
syrup
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 4 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp water
Instructions
Cake
- start by pouring the juice and other liquids into a big mixing bowl
- add in all the dry in and with a sieve add in the flour and whisk
- Add in the coconut and whisk again to ensure no lumps are there.
- once all the cake ingredients are mixed together, grease the baking tin well from all sides.
- Preheat oven on 170C or 340F
- Pour in the cake mixture into the baking tin and place in middle shelf of oven for 45 minutes
Syrup
- add all the ingredients to a sauce pan and stir until thick
Finishing touches
- Once the cake is out the oven, poke it with a toothpick or fork, if it comes out dry then the cake is ready for the syrup
- Pour on syrup and decorate all over with coconut.
- Serve and Enjoy!
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