I got this recipe from a friend of mine who got it from her neighbor. She said it was the most moist, delicious cake she’s ever had! So of course I wanted to make it. And to make it festive for the 4th of July, I added a glaze and fresh fruit. This is the perfect cake or bread to serve at breakfast, lunch, dinner, as a snack, a dessert or at afternoon tea. If you’re having guests stay with you this weekend for the holiday, go ahead and make this! You won’t be disappointed 🙂 So let’s go….

What you will need:

9 x 5 loaf pan greased

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup water
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temp
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk

For the glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
Fresh blueberries and strawberries

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a small bowl, combine coconut and water and set aside. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and beat until combined. Add flour mixture alternating with the milk until just combined. Stir in coconut. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes. Allow to cool on a wire rack before inverting to cool completely.

To make the glaze, stir together powdered sugar and milk until you reach desired consistency. Pour over cooled cake. Cut up fruit and place however you like. Slice and Enjoy!

Have a fun and safe Fourth of July!