“My Jamaican friend from church shared this recipe with me, she said it’s a staple in her home country.”

This Jamaican Toto Cake is a wonderfully moist and flavorful coconut cake, a beloved traditional treat. Infused with warm spices and tender shredded coconut, it’s a comforting and easy-to-make cake that brings a taste of the Caribbean to your table.

Jamaican Toto Cake
Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
Butter, room temperature 1/2 cup
Brown sugar 1/2 cup
Granulated sugar 1/2 cup
Eggs 2
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Flour 2 3/4 cups
Baking powder 1 tablespoon
Salt 1 teaspoon
Cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Ginger 1/4 teaspoon
Nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon
Sweetened, shredded coconut 2 cups
Evaporated milk 1 (12 oz) can
Whole milk ¼ cup
Powdered sugar 1 tablespoon (for dusting, optional)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven & Prep Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

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