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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray three 9-inch cake pans with nonstick flour spray.
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In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter at medium speed with a mixer until fluffy.
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Add the egg yolks, coconut extract and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
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In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
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In a small bowl, combine the coconut milk and buttermilk.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the coconut milk mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture, beating just until combined after each addition.
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In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold into the batter.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 18 minutes.
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Let cool.
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Spread the Luscious Lime Frosting between the layers and on the top and sides of the cake.
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Press coconut flakes around the cake.
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Garnish with fresh raspberries and lime slices, if desired.
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Chill until ready to serve.
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In a large bowl, beat the butter, lime juice and lime zest at medium speed with a mixer until combined.
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Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth.
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Add the whipped topping, beating until combined.
