Coconut Sponge Surprise

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Grease a 10 x 6-inch Pyrex pan or a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
3. 3
   Cream butter.
4. 4
   Add sugar gradually. Cream until light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Add yolks and beat well.
6. 6
   Add lemon juice, rind and salt.
7. 7
   Blend in.
8. 8
   Fold in coconut, flour and milk. Beat egg whites until very stiff and carefully fold into yolk batter until no egg white shows.
9. 9
   Pour into the prepared pan.
10. 10
    Set in a pan of hot water in a 375° oven.
11. 11
    Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Serve warm at room temperature or chill, if desired.
12. 12
    Garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut.