Ingredients

• For the Cake Batter:
  • • 3 large eggsPinch of salt150 grams (3/4 cup) sugar150 ml (2/3 cup) vegetable oil150 ml (2/3 cup) milk
  • 300 grams (2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 15 grams (1 tbsp) baking powder
  • 250 grams (9 oz) canned peaches in syrup, drained and chopped
• For the Lemon Custard Filling:
  • • 1 egg yolk
    • 50 grams (1/4 cup) sugar
  • • 40 grams (1/3 cup) cornstarch
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 300 ml (1 1/4 cups) milk
• For the Topping:
  • • 1–2 tbsp honey
  • 2–3 tbsp desiccated coconut

Directions

1. Prepare the Batter
   • • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 24 cm (9.5 inch) round cake pan.
   • • In a bowl, whisk eggs, salt, and sugar until smooth.
     • Add vegetable oil and milk, mixing until combined.
     • Gradually sift in flour and baking powder, stirring until smooth.
   • Gently fold in chopped peaches.
2. First Bake
   • • Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan.
   • Bake for 15 minutes at 180°C (350°F).
   • Remove from the oven and set aside.
   • Prepare the Lemon Custard
     • • In a small saucepan, whisk together the egg yolk, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
       • Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and milk, mixing well.
       • Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
     • Remove from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
   • Assemble and Finish Baking
     • • Spread the cooled lemon custard over the partially baked cake layer.
     • Pour the remaining batter over the custard layer and smooth it out.
     • Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Cool and Decorate

1. Allow the cake to cool slightly.
2. Drizzle honey over the top, then sprinkle with desiccated coconut.
3. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serving Suggestions

Cooking Tips

• Drain peaches well to prevent extra moisture in the batter
• Cool the lemon custard completely to avoid curdling

Nutritional Benefits

• Lemon: High in vitamin C, promoting digestion and immunity
• Eggs: Great source of protein and essential vitamins

Dietary Information

• Vegetarian: Yes
  • Gluten-Free: No (contains flour)
  • Dairy-Free: No (contains milk and butter)
  • Nut-Free: Yes

Nutritional Facts (per slice, estimated)

• Protein: 5g
• Sugar: 19g

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store for up to 3-4 days
• Freezer: Wrap individual slices and freeze for up to 1 month