Classic Lazy Daisy Cake Recipe

This classic lazy daisy cake is a moist and tender yellow cake topped with a rich and sweet caramelized coconut topping. It's a nostalgic dessert that brings back memories of grandma's kitchen. The cake is simple to make and requires basic pantry ingredients. Serve it as a delightful treat for a special occasion or enjoy it with a cup of coffee for a delicious afternoon treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• For the topping:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded coconut

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. In a saucepan, melt the butter for the topping over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and milk. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded coconut. Spread the coconut topping evenly over the cake batter.
9. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish on a wire rack.
11. Once completely cooled, cut into squares and serve.

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