Description
This Creamy Coconut Cake is an ultra-moist, fluffy dessert packed with coconut flavor in every bite. Made with coconut milk, shredded coconut, and a luscious coconut frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. It’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Cake:
- 2 ½ cups cake flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp coconut extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (optional, for added richness)
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with coconut milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in shredded coconut.
- Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by beating butter (and cream cheese, if using) until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in heavy cream, vanilla, and coconut extracts until fluffy.
- Once the cakes are fully cooled, frost the top of one layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake.
- Press shredded coconut all over the cake to coat evenly.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for the best texture. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes