Description
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Jamaican Toto Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly blends coconut and warm spices. This moist and aromatic cake is a traditional favorite in Jamaican cuisine, offering a taste of the Caribbean in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients together.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the melted butter, coconut milk, eggs, and extracts.
- Combine the mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Bake: Transfer the batter to the pan and bake for 40–45 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool before serving plain or dusted with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Traditionally made with freshly grated coconut, packaged unsweetened coconut can be used.
- Enhance the flavor with a splash of dark rum or raisins.
- Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
