Toasted-Coconut Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Toasted-Coconut Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake:; Cooking spray; 1 1/3 cups sugar, divided; 1/3 cup sweetened dried coconut; 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 2 1/4 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising); 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (13 1/2- or 14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; Frosting:; 2 cups sweetened dried coconut; 3 large egg whites; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; Dash of salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

Cake:
Cooking spray
1 1/3 cups sugar, divided
1/3 cup sweetened dried coconut
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 1/4 cups sifted cake flour (not self-rising)
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (13 1/2- or 14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Frosting:
2 cups sweetened dried coconut
3 large egg whites
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Dash of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 350u00b0. Coat 2 (9- x 1 1/2-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray. Dust with flour; shake out excess, and set aside.
2
To make cake: Place 1 cup sugar and 1/3 cup coconut in a food processor; process until coconut is finely ground. Transfer to a large deep bowl. Add butter and remaining 1/3 cup sugar to bowl; beat with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes). Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add flour mixture alternately with coconut milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat in vanilla. Evenly divide batter between the 2 prepared pans.
3
Bake cakes until a wooden toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean (about 35 minutes). Leave oven on. Cool cakes in pans on wire rack for 10 minutes. Invert cakes onto wire rack; cool completely.
4
To make frosting: Place coconut on a large baking sheet; toast until golden brown (about 10 minutes), stirring twice. Place egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt in a large deep heatproof bowl set over about 1 1/2 inches of simmering water; beat with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until peaks form when beaters are lifted (about 7 minutes). Remove bowl from saucepan; continue beating until frosting is cooled (about 3 minutes). Beat in vanilla.
5
Carefully place 1 cake layer on a plate. Using a spatula, spread a layer of frosting over top of cake; top with remaining cake. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of entire cake. Sprinkle toasted coconut over entire cake.

1204

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake:, Cooking spray, 1 1/3 cups sugar, divided, 1/3 cup sweetened dried coconut, and more.

Yes, Toasted-Coconut Layer Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Toasted-Coconut Layer Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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