What is National Coconut Torte Day – March 13,  History,  How to Celebrate National Coconut Torte Day?

National Coconut Torte Day, which is celebrated annually on March 13th, honors a delicious dessert featuring the decadent sweet flavor of coconut and decorated with it, too!

Coconut lovers can celebrate this holiday while enjoying the rich dessert's delicious taste.

Despite the fact that the palm tree was not indigenous to the continental United States, coconuts were nevertheless available there in the early 1700s.

There are several dishes that use coconut, including cakes, cookies, and tortes from that era, indicating that it was certainly as popular an ingredient as it is today.

More About coconut tortes  --->

Can you serve coconut tortes with ice cream? Yes!  Ice cream pairs well with this type of cake.

Torte — is it a cake? What does the word "torte" mean? Yes!  Torte is a cake. Torte is a German term that literally means cake.

Torte refers to both a multi-layered cake filled with buttercream, jam, or cream and to a rich, moist, and dense single-layered cake.

A torte can be prepared with little to no flour and instead use breadcrumbs or ground nuts along with sugar, milk powder, and flavorings.

Interesting Facts about Coconut  --->

1. A coconut tree can reach a height of 90 feet. 2. Coconuts are a good source of fiber, iron, Vitamin B6, and minerals like magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc.

3. Coconut oil not only moisturizes our skin but also helps in maintaining smooth hair and clear skin.

4. Coconut oil is a great alternative to other oils and fats since it contains MCTs, which the body does not absorb as fat.

Of course, we love coconut in the kitchen!  Beyond baked foods, coconut gives our food a delicious flavor.

How to Celebrate National Coconut Torte Day --->

1. Make your favorite coconut torte recipes in the oven. 2. Visit the bakery and buy the best coconut torte recipes they have.

3. Share with loved ones. When you celebrate every day, that's also a lot of fun! 4. Be sure to give your local bakery a shout-out as well!

5. Make this tasty Ghiradelli Coconut Almond Torte with Chocolate Chips. 6. Post on social media using the hashtag #NationalCoconutTorteDay