Coconut Cake
Coconut Cake is a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds to sandy beaches with every bite. This moist and fluffy cake features layers infused with rich coconut flavor, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and garnished with shredded coconut. Perfect for celebrations or casual get-togethers, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress your guests and bring a touch of paradise to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, and coconut milk until combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry mixture; stir gently until smooth.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese and powdered sugar; top with shredded coconut.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg