Snowy Coconut Cake is a light, fluffy dessert with layers of moist coconut cake, creamy coconut frosting, and a blanket of shredded coconut for a snow-like finish. It’s a show-stopping treat for festive occasions or anytime you want a tropical-inspired indulgence.
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Snowy Coconut Cake
Description
A beautiful cake for Christmas, the snowy coconut cake is made with layers of moist cake and covered in a fluffy coconut frosting, giving it the appearance of fresh snow.
Ingredients
For the Cake
For the Frosting:
For Decoration
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, brown sugar, coconut milk, vegetable oil, coconut cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cake: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting:
- Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Add Powdered Sugar and Flavorings: Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, followed by the coconut cream and coconut extract. Beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake:
- Layer the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Add the second layer and spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate: Gently press shredded coconut onto the top and sides of the frosted cake until fully covered.
Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
