Description
This stunning Ombre Cake features moist coconut sponge layers infused with a refreshing lemon zest frosting. Its eye-catching gradient design and tropical flavor profile make it a sophisticated yet approachable dessert for any celebration.
Ingredients
- Softened butter
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Full-fat coconut milk
- Gel food coloring (yellow and blue)
- Icing sugar
- Coconut aroma
- Fresh lemon zest
- Fresh blueberries
- Edible flowers
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together for 3 to 5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to maintain a smooth emulsion.
- Sift flour and baking powder, then alternate adding them with coconut milk into the batter, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter into three equal portions and tint them with varying amounts of food coloring to create a gradient.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Whip softened butter with icing sugar until voluminous, then stir in the coconut aroma and lemon zest.
- Stack the cooled layers from darkest to lightest with frosting in between, then coat the exterior and decorate with berries and flowers.
Notes
For the cleanest gradient, weigh your mixing bowls before adding the batter to ensure each layer is exactly the same size. Always use room temperature ingredients to prevent the batter from curdling and to achieve the fluffiest frosting texture.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American