This Tropical Mango Almond Cake with hints of coconut and lime will be a hit for summer!
The unofficial start to Summer 2018 is here my friends! Woohoo!
Let’s celebrate with cake, shall we? Is there any better way?
This Tropical Mango Almond Cake is summer in cake form. It’s tropically tasty with slices of fresh mango and hints of coconut and lime. And the rich, almond flavor is spectacular. The only thing that rivals the fabulous flavor of this cake is how incredibly easy it is to whip up!
It’s perfect as a dessert or as a little afternoon snack with your tea or coffee. The cake is nice and moist, not overly sweet and the sliced almonds on top provide great crunch.
A Few Cook’s Notes for Tropical Mango Almond Cake recipe:
For this recipe, I use unsweetened shredded coconut. It is sold in bags at most markets. My favorite is from Bob’s Red Mill.
For the topping, I peel my mango and slice it very thin. You’ll use about 8-10 slices.
You can serve the cake plain, add a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
We all need a simple go-to cake for summer entertaining, and this Tropical Mango Almond Cake is it friends! Enjoy!
Hope you all have a fabulous holiday weekend! Welcome to the summer of 2018!
Tropical Mango Almond Cake
Print Recipe Pin RecipeIngredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp. lime zest, freshly grated
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. almond extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large mango, peeled and cut into 8-10 thin slices
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, I use Diamond of CA sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9-inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar on medium speed, until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add lime zest, vanilla and almond extracts and eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, coconut and salt. Turn mixer on low speed and slowly add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning with flour and ending with flour mixture, beating just until combined.
- Spoon batter into prepared pan. Top with mango slices in a circular pattern, as pictured. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake until lightly browned and until a tester inserted in center of cake comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Transfer to wire rack and let cool for 20-30 minutes. Serve with freshly whipped cream, if desired.
There is no better way to celebrate than with cake! Especially when it’s this one! Have a great weekend, my friend! xo
I agree Annie! Thanks so much. Hope you have an awesome weekend too!
I am definitely ready for summer and tropical flavored everything! This cake is just gorgeous, Mare!!! I’m loving that mango coconut combination! I could literally eat this for breakfast right now! Pinning! Cheers!
Me too Chey! I’m so excited for this weekend! I look forward to Memorial Day all winter long, and it’s FINALLY here! Woohoo! This cake is so easy and the tropical flavors can’t be beat! Happy weekend! XO
We need to celebrate summer, the long warm days and your gorgeous looking cake as a treat. Yummy!
Yes we do Gerlinde! Hope you enjoy your holiday weekend!
This looks a lot like an almond cake my neighbor made when I was growing up–only she didn’t add mango. I looooved that cake and I know I’d love it even more with mango on top. So good, Mary Ann!
I love mangoes, especially during the summer! Have a great weekend Kelsie!
Looks so good Mary Ann! Your baked goodies always amaze me especially since I’m not much of a baker!
Thanks so much Love! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
I was sold when I saw coconut and lime. This is such a perfect treat all summer long! If we were neighbors, I’d swap this cake for some of your mac and cheese bites!
It’s so tropical Matt! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
You had me at mango! This cake looks deelish. I want a big slice right now!
I love mangoes too Natasha! Happy weekend!
This would be a big hit for any summer occasion!
Yes! Thanks Naomi!
Such a great recipe Mary Ann. Love those tropical flavors!
Me too Alida! Thanks and happy weekend!
Two for me, please! Looks amazing.
Thanks Kevin! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
This is one of the prettiest pies I’ve ever seen Mary Ann, and the flavors are so unique! I was just eyeing the mangos in the store the other day and wondering what I could do with them :)
Awwww, thanks so much Sue! I’ll be serving this one often this summer. I love mangoes! Happy Memorial Day weekend!
This is so perfect for this warm weather!
Anything tropical and count me in Jennifer! Happy weekend!
This cake is so… pretty Mary Ann and I love the flavor combination. You’re right, so perfect for summer!
Thanks Chris! I’m a sucker for tropical flavors!
I’m all about celebrating with cake – especially the start of summer! Love this color and and the almond slivers! I hope your long weekend is filed with wonderful celebrations!
Thanks Kathy! Hope you had an awesome weekend too!
This is one beautiful and tasty sounding cake, Mary Ann! Love the combo and textures goin’ on! Must try for sure! Hope you are having a lovely holiday weekend :)
Thanks so much Dawn! This one is a definite must make! The tropical flavors are delish!
Happy summer Mary Ann! This cake brings all the tropical vibes! The mango slices look so pretty, and all those crunchy almonds are calling my name!
Thanks Leanne! I’m loving the tropical vibes in this cake! Hope you give it a try!
Almonds, butter and mangos!? You’re speaking my language! What a fabulous cake for summer…. simple, delicious, and takes me to the tropics! Can I serve it with a Pina Colada? (I love those little green plates!) Delicious work, Mary Ann!
Yes, you may Traci! Awesome idea! Those little green plates are a Target find! I love them too!
I’ll second that welcome to summer!! Woohoo! It’s so wonderful to be outside often and have the windows open inside! I’m a fresh air junkie. ;)
Love love this cake, Mary Ann! Mangoes and almonds are a couple of my favorite things on the planet so, please save me a slice – a big one!!
I’m all about tropical flavors in the summer and this cake is so gorgeous!
Me too! Thanks Laura!
Hi.. Can you share a link with conversion to metric units.. will be really helpful.. Thanks
https://www.thespruceeats.com/metric-conversions-for-cooking-2355731