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Classic Coconut Cake – Soft, Moist, and Perfectly Frosted Dessert

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A soft and moist Coconut Cake with a light, whipped cream frosting, perfect for festive gatherings or summer treats.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour two 9-inch pans.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add butter, coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla; beat 2 minutes.
  4. Fold in shredded coconut gently.
  5. Divide batter, smooth tops, and bake 25–30 minutes until edges pull away and skewer is clean.
  6. Cool in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  7. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks, gradually adding powdered sugar until firm peaks form.
  8. Assemble layers with frosting, then frost top and sides; sprinkle toasted coconut on top.

Notes

  • Store covered in refrigerator up to 4 days.
  • Freeze slices up to 3 months for longer storage.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Cake, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian