Lime Coconut Christmas Wreath Cake

That sounds absolutely delightful! A Lime Coconut Christmas Wreath Cake is perfect for the holidays—refreshing lime paired with creamy coconut and decorated to resemble a festive wreath. Here’s a recipe idea to bring your vision to life:

Lime Coconut Christmas Wreath Cake 

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• ½ cup (120ml) lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• Zest of 2 limes
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• ¾ cup (180ml) vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups (375g) powdered sugar
• 3 tbsp coconut milk
• Zest and juice of 1 lime
• 1 tsp coconut extract

For Decoration:

• Sweetened shredded coconut (for “snow”)
• Green food coloring
• Assorted candy decorations (e.g., red berries, sprinkles, or edible glitter)
• Lime slices or zest curls

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt or tube pan.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   • In another bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, and lime zest.
   • In a third bowl, beat sugar and oil together until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
   • Alternate adding dry ingredients and the coconut milk mixture into the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
2. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
   • Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Make the Frosting:
   • Beat butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in coconut milk, lime juice, zest, and coconut extract until smooth and spreadable.
4. Decorate:
   • Spread or pipe frosting evenly over the cake. Sprinkle shredded coconut around the frosting to mimic snow.
   • Tint some frosting or coconut green and shape it into a wreath design.
   • Add decorations like red candies, lime slices, or festive sprinkles to complete the look.
5. Serve:
   • Place the cake on a festive platter and wow your guests! Slice and enjoy the tropical, zesty flavors.

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