Description
Lazy Daisy Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a moist, buttery cake topped with a rich, sweet coconut and brown sugar topping that is broiled to a bubbly, caramelized finish. This cozy cake combines simple pantry ingredients and delivers a comforting treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cake
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (202g) sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (135g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Topping
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (87g) sweetened coconut flakes
- 2/3 cup (154g) packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch square baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Heat Milk and Butter: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the milk and butter together until the butter melts and the milk starts to steam. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt vigorously for about 60 seconds until the mixture lightens in color and slightly thickens. Then, add the flour and sprinkle baking powder over it, breaking up any lumps. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until combined. Pour the warm milk and butter mixture over the batter and fold until incorporated, resulting in a slightly liquidy batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the greased pan, smoothing the top as needed. Bake in the preheated oven until the cake is puffed up, golden at the edges, and springs back when gently pressed in the center, about 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Topping: While the cake bakes, melt the butter for the topping in the same saucepan over medium-low heat. In the same bowl used for the batter (no washing needed), combine melted butter, coconut flakes, brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Mix until a thick topping forms.
- Broil the Topping: Once the cake is done, move the oven rack so the broiler is about 5 inches from the heating element. Spread the topping evenly over the warm cake. Place the pan under the broiler and broil for about 3 minutes, until the topping bubbles vigorously and caramelizes. Rotate the pan every minute to ensure even broiling and watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer the cake to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing. Serve and enjoy this rich, sweet treat.
- Storage: Cover leftovers tightly with plastic wrap or foil. The topping will soften after a day but remain delicious. Best consumed within 3 days for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Use an 8×8-inch baking pan for best results.
- Whisk the eggs and sugar vigorously to incorporate air for a lighter cake texture.
- Broil carefully and watch the topping to prevent burning.
- Leftover cake topping tends to soften; warm lightly if preferred.
- Serve at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
