Fruit is an important source of health and, just as important, is succulent, tasty and refreshing, especially during the hot days of summer: and what could be more inviting than a combination of coconut and pineapple, bringing to mind exotic locations and unforgettable holidays? If you haven’t yet let your imagination run riot on a never-ending holiday, then don’t miss this recipe which will transport you to the wonderful destination of a delicious and exotic sponge cake with pineapple and coconut. It is just the dessert you’re looking for, or perhaps something different for a snack or breakfast? Follow our step-by-step recipe and you won’t be disappointed: are you ready for a cake break?

Ingredients

• plain flour 200 grams
• coconut flour 100 grams
• butter 200 grams
• sugar 200 grams
• baking powder 1 sachet
• pineapple 100 grams
• coconut
• eggs 4 units

Preparation

Peel the pineapple and cut into cubes, and then caramelize them in a pan with a tablespoon of sugar and a tablespoon of butter over a low heat for 15 minutes. Meanwhile beat the eggs with the sugar and add the butter, previously melted in a pan. Add the coconut flour, then the flour with the baking powder, a little diced coconut and the caramelized pineapple. Pour the mixture into a cake tin and bake at 200°C for 45 minutes.