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- 2 limes
- 300 g flour
- 10 g baking powder
- 100 g coconut flakes
Zest some of the limes. Combine flour, baking powder and coconut flakes in a large bowl. Add lime zest and mix well.
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Halve and juice remaining limes along with limes used for zest. Set aside lime juice.
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Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F. Beat butter in a stand mixer until creamy. Add sugar and beat until well combined.
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Pour in three fifths of lime juice, reserving the rest for the icing. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Gradually add dry ingredients and mix well.
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Grease baking form and pour in batter. Tap bottom of baking form on counter to release air bubbles. Transfer to preheated oven and bake at 180°C/350°F for 40 – 50 min. until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
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- 160 g confectioner's sugar
Meanwhile, whisk together confectioner's sugar and lime juice.
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Add remaining coconut flakes and whisk to combine. Spread icing over the top of the cake. Enjoy as a fresh summer treat!