Le Robinson Cake with Banana Fruit Spread & Coconut Bliss

Le Robinson Cake?

Le Robinson cake is a delicious pastry from Martinique, made with shortcrust pastry, local fruit jams, and a soft mixture that will delight your taste buds.

Recipes

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–7)

• 300 g butter
• 300 g flour
• 150 g brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 packet baking powder
• Vanilla sugar
• Ground cinnamon
• Zest of 1 lime (grated)
• 1 shortcrust pastry
• 150–200 g banana fruit spread (or any fruit jam)
• 150 g desiccated coconut

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Prepare the Batter
   In a bowl, mix brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla sugar until smooth.
   Add flour and baking powder, then mix well.
   Incorporate the butter until you get a creamy batter.
2. Pre-Bake the Base
   Place the shortcrust pastry into a cake mold.
   Prick it with a fork to prevent rising.
   Bake for 10 minutes at 180°C.
3. Add the Layers
   • Spread desiccated coconut evenly over the base
   • Add a layer of banana fruit spread
   • Pour the cake batter on top
     (Optional: Add a thin batter layer before the jam for extra softness)
4. Bake the Cake
   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
   Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
5. Cool & Serve
   Let the cake cool completely before slicing.
   Serve and enjoy the rich tropical flavors!