Description
A delicious and moist Coconut Layer Cake perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer and repeat. Place the third layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Press the shredded coconut onto the sides and top of the cake for garnish.
- Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the frosting.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, add 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple to the batter for added flavor and moisture.
- Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with coconut flour for a denser, more coconut-flavored cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: N/A