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Fluffy Coconut Flour Cake Recipe (Paleo & Keto)

August 13, 2018 by Hannah Healy, Updated November 23, 2020 56 Comments

This coconut flour cake recipe is light, fluffy and delicately sweet. It's paleo, keto and the perfect classic 2-layer vanilla cake dessert for any occasion including birthdays, holidays and more!

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This coconut flour cake recipe is light, fluffy and delicately sweet. It’s paleo, keto and the perfect classic 2-layer vanilla cake dessert for any occasion including birthdays, holidays and more!

Vanilla Coconut Flour Cake topped with raspberries on a white plate

Many people have a hard time finding good coconut flour recipes because working with it can be tough. Some coconut flour recipes don’t use it properly and as a result it can come out very dry and crumbly. You really have to take extra steps to ensure that it will hold together well.

Carol Lovett, author of Indulge: 70 Grain-Free Desserts is a whiz when it comes to grain-free baking and working with coconut flour. She has graciously allowed me to share this coconut flour cake recipe from her Grain-Free Desserts ebook (get 50% off of the ebook with code Hannah50)

This cake would be delicious with an added layer of strawberry chia jam in the middle and fresh berries on top. You could also serve it with a side of paleo coconut ice cream or 1-ingredient banana ice cream. You can also see my additional tasty keto recipes here!

Overhead view of white frosted coconut flour cake with strawberries on top on white plate with slice of cake on smaller white plate next to it

Coconut Flour Cake Recipe Tweaks…

I have made a couple tweaks to Carol’s original recipe in this post. The original recipe uses honey, so I tested a sugar free keto alternative using swerve or monk fruit. I also created an additional keto buttercream frosting recipe.

A few readers mentioned that the original recipe was too small to fit into a regular sized cake pan, so I made this into a 6-inch mini cake instead and it works perfectly! If you want to make this in a regular 8 or 9-inch cake pan, you’ll need to double the recipe.

Slice of white frosted coconut flour layer cake on white plate with strawberry on top next to pink striped dish towel

Tips for baking with coconut flour:

Is coconut flour good for baking?

Coconut flour can definitely be an excellent high fiber, paleo, low carb, keto friendly option for baking HOWEVER, you do need to know what you’re doing and know about few things like…

    • Coconut flour DOES NOT behave like regular cake flour. It soaks up a ton of moisture so any recipe primarily using coconut flour needs to have more moisture (eggs, butter/oil, milk, etc.) than flour.
    • Coconut flour can be dense and heavy, so make sure you have enough eggs and baking soda or baking powder. Beaten egg whites are an excellent way to lighten up coconut flour based recipes because it helps to make it light and fluffy—that’s why it is used in this cake recipe!
    • Learn more tips about baking with coconut flour here.

Can I substitute coconut flour for cake flour?

If you learn nothing else about coconut flour, make sure you remember this: coconut flour can NEVER be used 1:1 as a substitute for regular flour! I have heard too many stories about breads as hard as a rock, gritty dry brownies and other baking disasters from folks who tried to substitute coconut flour cup for cup.

Since coconut flour soaks up a lot of moisture, you’ll need to use much less coconut flour and much more moisture and binders (like eggs) in any coconut flour recipe. It also works well if you combine it with other grain-free flours like almond flour.

How is coconut flour measured?

With coconut flour, using a food scale to measure weight is the most accurate way to measure it. If you don’t have a food scale, just make sure to scoop the flour in a measuring cup without packing in the coconut flour in the cup (leave it loose) and use a butter knife to level off the top.

Can I make this cake vegan?

Unfortunately, the ingredient in this recipe that makes the texture of this coconut flour cake so fluffy and moist like regular cake is the egg whites; they make such a huge difference, so I wouldn’t recommend substituting them.

Now, that’s not to say that it isn’t possible to make it vegan, but it won’t be the same. It would take some testing to make it right and I haven’t done that experimenting yet.  However, if you do end up trying out some vegan substitutes, please leave a comment with your changes and I would love to include it in the notes for others to enjoy!

white frosted coconut flour cake with strawberries on top on white plate with slice of cake on smaller white plate behind it

Why I love this recipe:

  • Good coconut flour recipes can be tough to find. Sometimes recipes using only coconut flour can turn out dry and crumbly, but not this one! The beaten egg whites make this coconut flour cake light and fluffy while the egg yolks and coconut oil make it moist and rich.
  • This coconut flour cake recipe is versatile and can be made with honey to make it paleo or with sugar-free sweeteners for keto diets.
  • Both frosting recipe choices offer something different, but equally delicious. The Swiss merengue icing is light and fluffy while the buttercream frosting is rich and creamy. (The first picture at the top of this post shows the paleo version of this coconut flour cake made with honey and Swiss merengue icing. The rest of the photos in the post are the keto version made with swerve and buttercream frosting).

Slice of white frosted coconut flour layer cake on small white plate with whole cake in background

Coconut Flour Cake Recipe Tips:

  • This coconut flour cake recipe will make a 6-inch mini layer cake. You can put all of the batter into one 6-inch round cake pan (this is the pan I used) and after is has baked, slice the cake in half lengthwise to create layers. If you prefer to make a regular sized cake with an 8 or 9-inch round cake pan, you will need to double the recipe for it to fit.
  • The fluffed egg whites are critical to the success of this cake since they are responsible for the light, fluffy texture while helping the coconut flour to hold together. The recipe will not work properly with any egg substitutions.   
  • The cream of tartar helps to keep the egg whites fluffy and stiff which helps the texture of the cake. If you don’t have cream of tartar, the recipe will still work but you may not have quite as fluffy of a cake. Just be sure you have fresh egg whites and beat them in a glass or metal bowl (not plastic) and be sure there is no residue from any oils in the bowl.
  • Sifting the coconut flour helps with the light and airy texture of the cake.
  • The paleo Swiss meringue icing uses egg whites for a light frosting. Even though the egg whites have been warmed for the recipe they are still considered raw and should not be consumed by pregnant women, children and the elderly. If you are concerned about the egg whites being undercooked, ice the outside of the cake with the meringue and then place them under the broiler and lightly toast them. You can also use pasteurized eggs to make this icing, which means they have been lightly heated to kill bacteria, but are still uncooked.
  • If you prefer to make the buttercream frosting with a paleo sweetener, you can use homemade powdered coconut sugar. Just grind regular coconut sugar (or any natural granulated sweetener) in a coffee grinder to turn it into a fine powder, then use that in place of the powdered swerve. Just keep in mind that your frosting won’t be white this way. It will be more of a brownish tan color.
  • I’ve found that this cake keeps well in the fridge or freezer. I’m not totally sure how long it will last, but I’ve had it stay good in the fridge for at least 5-7 days. I would imagine it would be good in the freezer for a couple weeks. Be sure to let it get to room temperature before serving.

Slice of white frosted coconut flour layer cake on white plate with strawberry on top next to blue cloth

Step-by-Step Recipe Video:

 

 

How to Make this Recipe:

Pre-heat the oven to 350°. Put the egg whites into a glass or metal bowl and add the cream of tartar. Use an electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Thick fluffed beaten egg white in clear bowl with electric mixer beating it

In a separate bowl, cream together honey and coconut oil with the electric mixer then add in the egg yolks and mix for the paleo version. For keto version, just lightly whip the coconut oil with the mixer, then add in the egg yolks and whip together until combined then add in the monk fruit sweetener along with the flour and other dry ingredients in the next step.

Yellow egg yolk and coconut oil mixture in white bowl being blended with electric mixer

Add in coconut flour, vanilla, baking soda and salt. Mix until combined.

Thick beige cake batter in white bowl on marble counter

Fold the egg whites into the batter gradually a bit at a time until it’s all combined.

Thick beige cake batter with fluffy white beaten egg whites on top in white bowl on marble counter

Do not use a food processor or a hand blender to combine as it can affect the texture. If there are lumps after folding in the egg whites, you can use the electric mixer on the lowest setting for a few seconds to remove the lumps. It’s better if the mixture is a bit rough and not too smooth.

Coconut flour cake batter in white bowl on marble counter

Add the batter to a mini 6-inch cake pan lined with parchment paper or oiled.

Coconut flour cake batter in metal cake pan lined with white parchment

Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Baked coconut flour cake in metal cake pan lined with white parchment

Set the cake aside to cool while you make the frosting. To make the keto buttercream frosting, add softened room temperature butter to a bowl and whip with an electric mixer. Gradually add the confectioners sweetener to the butter a little bit at a time while mixing until it is all combined.

Off white buttercream frosting with confectioners sugar added being blended with electric mixer

Add the vanilla and coconut cream (or heavy cream) and mix.

Keto buttercream frosting in clear bowl with vanilla extract and coconut cream added in the clear bowl

The mixture should be thick and creamy.

Bowl of white vanilla keto buttercream frosting in clear bowl

To frost the cake, first, cut the cake in half lengthwise to create two layers.

Baked coconut flour cake being cut in half with a knife

Two halves of baked coconut flour cake on marble counter

Spread a layer of frosting in the middle part of one side of the cake.

One half of coconut flour cake with white frosting being spread on top with red spatula

Then place the other half of the cake on top. Then proceed to frost the whole outside of the cake.

coconut flour cake with frosting in the middle and frosting being spread on the top

You can keep the roughly frosted look…

white frosted coconut flour cake being frosted with a red spatula

Or you can smooth out the frosting by dipping a knife in hot water and running it over the frosting. Stop to clean off the knife and run it under hot water again to complete it.

Finished white frosted coconut flour cake being smoothed white a knife

Enjoy as is or decorate with fruit and flowers for a colorful whimsical cake!

Finished coconut flour cake covered in white frosting on black raised platter with slice coming out

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Fluffy Coconut Flour Cake (Paleo & Keto)
Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Cake Cooking Time
1 hr
Total Time
2 hrs 5 mins
 

This coconut flour cake recipe is light, fluffy and delicately sweet. It's paleo, keto and the perfect classic 2-layer vanilla cake dessert for any occasion including birthdays, holidays and more!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, keto, Paleo
Keyword: coconut flour cake, Keto Cake, paleo cake
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 229 kcal
Author: Hannah Healy
Ingredients
For the Cake:
  • 4 large pastured eggs separated
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 3 tbsp granulated swerve or monk fruit sweetener (or honey for paleo)
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour sifted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
For the Paleo Swiss Meringue Icing:
  • 4 large pastured raw egg whites
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Keto Buttercream Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup powdered confectioners sweetener (swerve or monk fruit)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp coconut cream or heavy cream
Instructions
Cake Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Whip until stiff peaks form. Set aside. 

  2. In a separate bowl, cream together honey and coconut oil with the electric mixer then add in the egg yolks and mix for the paleo version. For keto version, just lightly whip the coconut oil with the mixer, then add in the egg yolks and whip together until combined then add in the monk fruit sweetener along with the flour and other dry ingredients in the next step.

  3. Add in coconut flour, vanilla, baking soda and salt. Mix until combined. 

  4. Fold the egg whites into the batter starting with a little bit at a time. Combine until the batter is completely mixed. Do not use a food processor or a hand blender to combine as it can affect the texture. If there are lumps after folding in the egg whites, you can use the electric mixer on the lowest setting for a few seconds to remove the lumps. It's ok if there are a few small lumps. It’s better if the mixture is a bit rough and not too smooth.

  5. Line a 6-inch mini cake pan with parchment paper or oil the pan with additional coconut oil. Pour the mixture into the cake pan. Bake for about 20 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick is inserted and comes out clean.

Paleo Swiss Meringue Icing Instructions:
  1. Using a double boiler, fill a pot with about 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. In the bowl part of the double boiler, mix all of the ingredients.
  2. Place the bowl over the pot with the heated water. Using a handheld blender, whisk the egg whites continuously until they are warm to the touch. This takes a few minutes. Your egg whites should be light & puffy.
  3. Immediately use as an icing. Even though the egg whites have been warmed they are still considered raw and should not be consumed by pregnant women, children and the elderly. If you are concerned about the egg whites being undercooked, ice the outside of the cake with the meringue and then place them under the broiler and lightly toast them. You can also use pasteurized eggs to make this icing, which means they have been lightly heated to kill bacteria, but are still uncooked.

Keto Buttercream Frosting Instructions:
  1. Put softened room temperature butter in a bowl. Whip with an electric mixer.

  2. Add in the confectioners sweetener gradually a little bit at a time while whipping with the electric mixer until all of the sweetener is mixed in.

  3. Add in the vanilla extract and coconut cream (or heavy cream) and blend with the mixer until smooth. 

  4. Wait for the cake to cool before icing. To make a layer cake, cut the cake in half lengthwise then put frosting in the middle and stack the layers. Then frost the whole outside of the cake. To smooth the frosting, dip a knife in hot water then run it over the frosting until smooth. 

  5. Don't forget to check out Indulge: 70 Grain-Free Desserts to get even more delicious grain-free dessert recipes like this one and use discount code HANNAH50 for 50% Off. 
Recipe Notes
  • This coconut flour cake recipe will make a 6-inch mini layer cake (this is the pan I used). If you prefer to make a regular sized cake with an 8 or 9-inch cake pan, you will need to double the recipe for it to fit.
  • The fluffed egg whites are critical to the success of this cake since they are responsible for the light, fluffy texture while helping the coconut flour to hold together. The recipe will not work properly with any egg substitutions.   
  • The cream of tartar helps to keep the egg whites fluffy and stiff which helps the texture of the cake. If you don't have cream of tartar, the recipe will still work but you may not have quiet as fluffy of a cake. Just be sure you have fresh egg whites and beat them in a glass or metal bowl (not plastic) and be sure there is no residue from any oils in the bowl.
  • When you add the egg whites to the dough mixture, gently fold it in. Do not use a food processor or a hand blender to combine as it can affect the texture. If there are lumps after folding in the egg whites, you can use the electric mixer on the lowest setting for a few seconds to remove the lumps. It's ok if there are a few small lumps. It’s better if the mixture is a bit rough and not too smooth.
  • If you prefer to make the buttercream frosting with a paleo sweetener, you can use homemade powdered coconut sugar. Just grind regular coconut sugar in a coffee grinder to turn it into a fine powder, then use that in place of the powdered swerve. Just keep in mind that your frosting won't be white this way. It will be more of a brownish tan color.
  • Nutrition Facts below are for one serving of keto coconut flour cake using swerve sweeteners. Subtract 28 grams of sugar alcohols per serving to achieve net carbs. There are 2 grams net carbs per slice of cake.
Nutrition Facts
Fluffy Coconut Flour Cake (Paleo & Keto)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Cholesterol 123mg41%
Sodium 121mg5%
Potassium 108mg3%
Carbohydrates 31g10%
Fiber 1g4%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 490IU10%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 0.6mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Close up slice of white frosted coconut flour layer cake on white plate with strawberry on top next to pink striped dish towel

Here are some additional coconut flour recipes you might enjoy!…

  • Coconut Flour Chocolate Muffin Recipe
  • Coconut Flour Donut Holes
  • Coconut Flour Chocolate Whoopie Pie Recipe
  • Coconut Flour Cupcakes

This post was originally published in January of 2013, but has been republished in August of 2018 to include new and improved recipe notes, a new recipe video and additional photos. 

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Comments

  1. Cate says

    January 31, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    Is this recipe correct – only 1/4 C of coconut flour? It just seems like there is not enough volume of ingredients to make a cake in that recipe. Granted maybe it’s because of the unique ingredients, but I am curious as it struck me as far too little dry ingredients.

    Reply
    • Healy Eats Real says

      January 31, 2013 at 3:44 pm

      Hi Cate, yes the amounts are correct. When baking with coconut flour the ratio of flour to liquid is a lot different from wheat flour because coconut flour soaks up A LOT of moisture.

      Reply
  2. Erica says

    March 2, 2013 at 9:26 am

    Can one substitute arrowroot for cream of tartar?

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      August 13, 2018 at 4:30 pm

      No you’ll need to use cream of tartar. It will work without it, but just won’t be as fluffy.

      Reply
  3. Anira says

    May 11, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Once I mixed the egg yolk/coconut flour mixture together, the coconut flour quickly absorbed all the moisture, which made it difficult to simply fold it into the egg whites. I basically had to whisk it for a while until the ingredients fully incorporated into whites. As a result, the cake did not rise. If I try this recipe again, I’d first pour egg yolk, etc mixture into whites, then gradually add coconut flour as I fold.

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      August 13, 2018 at 4:30 pm

      It’s normal for the egg whites to fall while you mix them in, but they will still result in a good light cake!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        October 22, 2018 at 1:01 pm

        I had the same issue… but I still folded them in and the batter was still SUPER thick. And it has been in the oven OVER 20 minutes and it is nowhere near cooked nor has it risen at all?? Thoughts???

        Reply
        • Hannah Healy says

          October 23, 2018 at 9:44 am

          Did you make any changes to the original recipe?

          Reply
  4. Carie says

    August 27, 2013 at 2:11 pm

    We just made it and are ready to put it in the oven. Smells wonderful. The kids wanted to eat it before I baked it!

    Reply
  5. Maria Wargo says

    June 19, 2014 at 11:53 am

    Think this would turn out ok as cupcakes?

    Reply
    • pcjae says

      January 24, 2016 at 9:41 am

      I made cupcakes and they turned out great. I would add more ingredients to make it a full 12 cupcakes. For instance 5 total eggs, 5 tablespoons of coconut oil, 5 tablespoons coconut flour, etc.

      Reply
  6. Aurelia says

    September 10, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    wow what an easy recipe! and the result is – fluffy, light, and yummy cake! the portion is also lovely – perfect for two!:)) I made some cream cheese frosting, and layered this mini-cake and my husband was delighted, cake was gone in no time!: ) thank you for this lovely recipe!

    Reply
  7. Rani says

    October 10, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    I ran out of coconut oil and need a cake for this weekend, LOL Am not vegan or paleo. May I sub butter or melted butter for the coconut oil?

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      August 13, 2018 at 4:31 pm

      Yes, butter should work fine as a substitute.

      Reply
  8. Lisa says

    November 19, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    Hello, I was wondering if you’ve ever made this into a chocolate cake? Any suggestions? I’m excited to try it 🙂

    Reply
    • Healy Eats Real says

      November 20, 2014 at 10:42 am

      Nope, just vanilla 🙂

      Reply
  9. anabanana says

    June 29, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    Hi. Can Xylitol Birch Sweetener be substituted for the honey?

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      August 13, 2018 at 4:32 pm

      Yes, that should work as a substitute for the cake, but probably not for the swiss meringue frosting.

      Reply
  10. veronica says

    July 8, 2015 at 3:27 pm

    THEY TASTE AMAZING, but, i could only make about 5 cupcakes….i know that coconut flour expands differently. But, this is my favorite sugar free coconut oil recipe yet! Next time i’ll be sure to double the recipe (:

    Reply
  11. Lise says

    January 23, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    I just made it now – added some shredded coconut. It is so moist and delicious!

    Reply
    • Hannah of Healy Eats Real says

      January 23, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      Glad you enjoyed it Lise! 🙂

      Reply
  12. mallori says

    February 6, 2016 at 9:15 pm

    While making these tonight i came across an issue… the “batter” is more like cookie dough and cannot feasibly be folded into the eggwhites. I had to add liquid… in this case half and half to the “batter”. Was there supposed to be milk added? I dont see how there cant be… perhaps you forgot to mention that ingredient. They are in the oven now… will update on how they turned out.

    Reply
  13. L S says

    April 27, 2016 at 8:02 am

    when I added the flour/egg yolk mix into the egg whites, the whites seemed to loose stiffness.. Is that normal?

    Reply
    • Hannah of Healy Eats Real says

      May 11, 2016 at 3:37 pm

      Yes, it’s normal. It deflates a little bit when you mix it up.

      Reply
  14. Kathryn63 says

    September 10, 2016 at 10:00 am

    Does this cake freeze well?

    Reply
    • Hannah of Healy Eats Real says

      September 13, 2016 at 10:42 am

      I’m not sure. I’ve never frozen it before, but let us know how it does! 🙂

      Reply
  15. Ema says

    April 3, 2018 at 12:56 pm

    Hello I made this I didn’t have coconut milk or cream of tarter and used butter, besides that it came out to 1 1/2 inch cake that was yummy, it was nice and firm compared to other Coconut flour cake that come out wet.

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      April 3, 2018 at 1:16 pm

      Glad you liked it! Enjoy!

      Reply
  16. camila says

    August 13, 2018 at 6:00 pm

    I am going to bookmark this because I have become very interested in Paleo recipes lately. I am making one tomorrow!! I am mainly a baking food blogger, and it’s so difficult giving up the butter, sugar, flour in my baking! But I am trying to explore new ideas, because I would love to go paleo someday, or maybe a version of paleo…

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      August 13, 2018 at 7:12 pm

      Awesome! There are so many great paleo recipes. I love paleo baking 🙂

      Reply
  17. Danielle says

    August 13, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    This looks so amazing and tasty! Hard to believe it’s healthy too! Will have to give it a try.

    Reply
  18. Tisha says

    August 13, 2018 at 6:51 pm

    So simple and delicious looking! Perfect dessert for keto!

    Reply
  19. Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says

    August 13, 2018 at 7:44 pm

    What a delicious cake- and so pretty! Perfect for those who need something sweet when they are eating keto or paleo!

    Reply
  20. Taylor Kiser says

    August 13, 2018 at 9:05 pm

    This cake looks so moist and delicious! Such a great dessert for any occasion or just when you want cake lol!

    Reply
  21. KIM A BOVRE says

    September 30, 2018 at 8:06 pm

    Just so I am understanding this correctly…If I want to make this into a 13×9″ cake I would need to quadruple this recipe? That would be 16 eggs?? Thx so much! Would like to make for my son for his birthday. 🙂

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      October 1, 2018 at 9:54 am

      If you want it to be a larger round layer cake, I would recommend doubling the recipe and using an 8 or 9inch round cake pan. Then cut the cake as shown in the video to make the layers.

      Reply
  22. Jennifer says

    October 22, 2018 at 8:40 am

    Would this recipe work for a 9x13x2 Magic Line Cake pan? Or would I need to double the recipe?

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      October 22, 2018 at 11:18 am

      This recipe is made for a 6 inch round mini cake pan, so you would probably have to double or even triple the recipe.

      Reply
  23. Monica Gustaveson says

    December 3, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    Step 2 of cake instructions are for paleo version… for keto version it does not add the monkfruit sweetener…. so when do you add it? I’m about to make it ….

    It’d be great if the two recipes could be separated.

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      December 3, 2018 at 2:10 pm

      Oops, must have forgotten that part. Just added it! The video also takes you through step-by-step. It’s right below the recipe.

      Reply
  24. Janine says

    December 6, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Can you make this with an egg substitute for Vegans?

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      December 7, 2018 at 11:14 pm

      No you need the eggs for this recipe.

      Reply
  25. MELANIE STEPHEN says

    January 6, 2019 at 3:00 am

    Just so I am understanding this correctly…If I want to make this into a 13×9″ cake I would need to quadruple this recipe? That would be 16 eggs?? Thx so much! Would like to make for my son for his birthday. 🙂

    Reply
    • Hannah Healy says

      January 7, 2019 at 1:22 pm

      I’ve never made it that size for a sheet cake before, but I think tripling or quadrupling it would be best.

      Reply
  26. Yummy says

    January 13, 2019 at 2:48 pm

    This recipe worked very well for me, but I did make a few slight changes. Instead of coconut oil, I used olive/sunflower oil. I added 1/4 cup heavy cream to the eggs, and I didn’t separate the whites and yolks since I am going to use this base for a poke cake, the density would be fine without whipping the whites. I added a whole teaspoon of baking powder, and increased the sweetness with concentrated liquid sweetener to my preference. I increased the vanilla extract slightly, to personal preference. I used butter flavored salt instead of plain salt, since butter usually lends a nice flavor to desserts.

    This cake came out very tender and moist. I was afraid it may take on a cornbread texture, which tends to happen with keto flours at times, but this produced a cake with a lovely texture. This will be my go-to recipe for vanilla cakes from now on.

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    • Hannah Healy says

      January 14, 2019 at 10:07 am

      Thanks for sharing your substitutions! I’m sure it will be helpful to others who may want to make similar changes.

      Reply
  27. Aymee says

    January 20, 2019 at 7:46 pm

    I made this receipt (Keto version ) changed the sweetener only, burn the egg flavor was very strong on it 😕…

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  28. Vanessa says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:31 pm

    Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?

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    • Hannah Healy says

      February 6, 2019 at 3:44 pm

      It keeps well in the fridge or freezer. I’m not totally sure how long it will last, but I’ve had it stay good in the fridge for at least 5-7 days. I would imagine it would be good in the freezer for a couple weeks. Be sure to let it get to room temperature before serving. 

      Reply
  29. Adaileas says

    April 20, 2019 at 12:07 pm

    This person stole your pictures and recipe…

    https://www.thingrecipes.site/2018/10/classic-vanilla-coconut-flour-cake.html?showComment=1555787165106#c8868578478353387130

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    • Hannah Healy says

      April 23, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      Thank you for letting me know Adaileas! 🙂

      Reply
  30. Melody says

    July 17, 2020 at 5:54 pm

    Can I use refined expeller pressed coconut oil instead?

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    • Hannah Healy says

      July 21, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      I haven’t tried that so I’m not sure if it will turn out the same, but if you try it, please comment and let me know if it works out!

      Reply

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