Danish Dream Cake (Drømmekage)

• •1 cup all-purpose flour
• •0.5 cup granulated sugar
• •1.5 teaspoon baking powder
• •0.3 teaspoon salt
• •2 large eggs
• •0.5 cup milk
• •0.3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• •0.3 cup unsalted butter
• •0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• •2 tablespoon milk
• •0.8 cup desiccated coconut

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 6-inch round baking pan, or line with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, lightly beat the large eggs. Stir in the milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

5. 5

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. While the cake is baking, prepare the topping.

6. 6

   For the topping, combine the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.

7. 7

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the desiccated coconut until thoroughly mixed.

8. 8

   Once the cake is baked (after 20-25 minutes), carefully remove it from the oven. Evenly spread the coconut topping over the hot cake, ensuring it covers the entire surface.

9. 9

   Return the cake to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

10. 10

    Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the topping to set slightly.

Chef's Tips

• 💡Do not overmix the cake batter; overmixing can lead to a tough cake. Mix until just combined.
• 💡Ensure the topping is spread evenly over the hot cake to get a consistent caramelized layer.
• 💡The cake is best served warm or at room temperature. The topping will be slightly gooey and delicious.
• 💡For an extra rich flavor, you can use buttermilk instead of regular milk for the cake base.