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A mouth-watering homemade coconut cake from a delicious recipe

Tropical Coconut Cake

Indulge in the sweet symphony of a Tropical Coconut Cake, where moist layers meld with the rich essence of coconut, offering a blissful escape to a tropical paradise with every bite. Perfect for any celebration or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 persons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, tropical
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes toasted
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp coconut milk
  • Additional toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven & Prep Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Combine with Dry Ingredients: Alternately add dry ingredients and coconut milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla extract and coconut milk. Beat until creamy.
  7. Assemble Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting over the top. Add the second layer and cover the top and sides with the remaining frosting. Press toasted coconut flakes onto the sides and top.
  8. Chill and Serve: Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to set the frosting.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, toast the coconut flakes until golden before using.
  • Ensure all ingredients, especially butter and eggs, are at room temperature to achieve a smooth batter.
  • Cake flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour by removing 2 tablespoons per cup and replacing it with cornstarch for a similar texture.