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Coconut Cake


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  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x

Description

Indulge in a slice of tropical paradise with this easy-to-make coconut cake, featuring fluffy layers and creamy frosting that will delight your taste buds at any occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)

For the Frosting:

  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

Instructions

For the Cake:

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans with butter and dust lightly with flour.
  2. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. 3. In another bowl, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (about three minutes). Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. 4. Slowly pour in the coconut milk while mixing on low speed until blended smoothly.
  5. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the coconut flakes.
  6. 6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

For the Frosting:

  1. 1. In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. 2. Once the cakes are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting between the cake layers and on top of the cake.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg