Ingredients You’ll Need
Cake Batter
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Milk Soak (magic part 😍)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 400 g)
- 1 can whole milk (use the same can to measure)
- 1 can coconut milk (same can to measure)
Topping
- 1–2 cups shredded coconut
- whipped cream or extra condensed milk (optional)
🔥 Step 1 – Make the Cake Batter
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add:
- melted butter
- milk
- vanilla
Mix well.
Then add:
- flour
- baking powder
Stir gently until smooth.
Do not overmix.
The batter should be light and pourable.
🧁 Step 2 – Bake the Cake
Grease a baking dish.
Pour batter evenly.
Bake 30–35 minutes until:
- golden top
- toothpick comes out clean
Let it cool slightly (about 10–15 minutes).
Don’t remove from pan.
This cake will be soaked inside the same dish.
🥥 Step 3 – Prepare the Coconut Milk Soak
This is the secret to that ultra moist texture.
In a bowl mix:
- condensed milk
- whole milk
- coconut milk
Whisk until smooth.
It smells AMAZING already.
This mixture turns a normal cake into something magical.
🪄 Step 4 – Soak the Cake
While cake is still warm:
Use a fork or skewer to poke holes all over.
Lots of holes.
Now slowly pour the milk mixture over the cake.
Do it gradually so it absorbs properly.
At first it looks like too much liquid…
Don’t worry.
The cake drinks EVERYTHING.
Let it sit and soak for 20–30 minutes.
❄️ Step 5 – Chill the Cake
Cover and refrigerate at least 2–3 hours.
Overnight is even better.
Chilling allows:
- milk to absorb fully
- texture to set
- flavors to blend
The cake becomes soft, creamy, almost pudding-like.
This step is important.
Cold = best taste.
🥥 Step 6 – Add Coconut Topping
Before serving:
Sprinkle shredded coconut generously on top.
Optional:
- whipped cream
- extra condensed milk drizzle
- toasted coconut
The coconut adds:
- texture
- flavor
- beautiful snowy look
So pretty.
🔪 Step 7 – Slice & Serve
Cut into squares or slices.
Serve cold.
You’ll notice:
- super soft interior
- creamy texture
- rich coconut flavor
It almost melts when you bite.
So satisfying.
😍 Texture & Flavor
This cake is:
Inside → ultra moist & milky
Top → soft coconut
Flavor → sweet, creamy, tropical
It’s rich but light at the same time.
Not dry at all.
More like a dessert pudding cake.
Very addictive.
🍽 Serving Ideas
Serve with:
- coffee
- tea
- fresh berries
- mango slices
- pineapple
- or just plain
It’s already perfect alone.
🧠 Pro Tips for Best Results
Poke lots of holes
Better soaking
Don’t skip chilling
Huge texture difference
Use full-fat milk
Creamier taste
Don’t overbake
Keeps cake soft
Make ahead
Tastes better next day
🔄 Fun Variations
Try different twists:
Chocolate
Add cocoa to batter
Pineapple coconut
Add crushed pineapple
Lemon coconut
Add lemon zest
Caramel
Drizzle dulce de leche
Toasted coconut
Toast flakes for nutty flavor
Tres leches style
Add heavy cream to milk mix
❤️ Final Thoughts
This “Catch a Husband Cake” isn’t magic…
But honestly… after one bite, you’ll understand the name 😂
It’s creamy, sweet, soft, and totally irresistible.
Simple ingredients. Huge flavor. Zero stress.
One of those cakes everyone falls in love with