Jamaican Toto - Caribbean Coconut Cake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2

Grease an 8 "x 12" baking pan.

Step 3

Using a stand up mixer, cream the butter and sugar, then add the vanilla and the eggs and beat for additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

In a separate bowl sift flour, and baking powder. Mix in the cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.

Step 5

Slowly begin adding the flour mixture to the butter mixture. Add the evaporated milk 1/2 cup at a time. Add the coconut milk.

Step 6

Finally add the shredded coconut 1/2 cup at a time.

Step 7

Pour into baking pan, and bake for 30-40 minutes or until cake tester comes out clean.

Step 8

Place the cake on a cooling rack, and allow it to come to room temperature.