Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and beat slowly.

Add the flour, desiccated coconut, vanilla essence, milk and bring to dropping consistency.

Divide between 18 - 20 bun cases and bake in a 190 degrees Fahrenheit / gas mark 5 pre-heated oven for between 15 - 20 mins. Allow it to cool for some time and serve it.

(Optional) when cakes are cool spread a little jam on top and sprinkle with coconut.