Description
Indulge in a slice of paradise with our Coconut Cream Cake with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting. This moist and fluffy cake is infused with rich coconut flavor, making it the perfect treat for any celebration or simply as a sweet indulgence at home. The luscious cream cheese frosting adds a creamy texture that enhances the cake’s delightful taste, while toasted coconut on top provides an irresistible crunch. With its stunning presentation and tropical vibes, this cake is sure to be the star of your dessert table. Whether it’s a birthday party or a cozy afternoon treat, everyone will love this decadent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 ¾ cups white sugar
- 1 cup cream of coconut
- 4 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- ½ cup softened butter for frosting
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese for frosting
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract for frosting
- 2 pounds powdered sugar for frosting (about one bag)
- Milk (as needed for frosting)
- Toasted coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by cream of coconut, buttermilk, and coconut extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- For the frosting, beat together softened butter and cream cheese; mix in coconut extract and gradually add powdered sugar until smooth. Adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
- Once cooled, assemble by layering the cakes with frosting in between; frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Finish by sprinkling toasted coconut on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg