Gluten-Free Decadent Hawaiian Guava Cake
A delicious and moist Hawaiian guava cake that is gluten-free, perfect for tropical dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup guava puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the guava puree and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free.
- For added flavor, consider topping with a guava glaze.
- This cake pairs well with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg