Coconut and Lime Macadamia Cake

A citrusy nut cake made with ground macadamias, desiccated coconut, and lime zest, finished with a smooth lime icing.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 394 kcals 3152 kcals
Carbohydrates 45.8 grams 366.4 grams
Fat 22.3 grams 178.2 grams
Protein 6.1 grams 48.5 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
8 slices
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
165
g
125
g
Dairy
6
piece
Egg
Separated
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
Zest only, finely grated
1
tsp
Lime Zest
Finely grated
Liquids
2
tbsp
NutsSeeds

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Process the nuts, flour, and salt in a food processor until nuts are ground.
  • Beat egg yolks and sugar for three minutes until pale and creamy.
  • Fold in the zest, coconut, and processed nut mixture.
  • Whisk egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold the whisked egg whites lightly into the nut batter using a metal spoon.
  • Spread the batter into a 23cm springform cake tin.
  • Bake for 40 minutes until the cake is golden.
  • Mix icing sugar, lime juice, and zest until smooth and glossy.
  • Cool the cake in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
  • Spread icing over the warm cake and serve.