Description
Indulge in our Coconut Cloud Cake Recipe, a tropical delight that will elevate any gathering. This luscious cake features moist, fluffy layers made with coconut milk and a creamy coconut frosting that melts in your mouth. Topped with toasted shredded coconut, it not only tastes heavenly but also presents beautifully, making it the perfect centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet indulgence at home. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this cake is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 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, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (toasted or fresh)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients and coconut milk until well combined.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; whip heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form, then fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Layer cakes with frosting in between; frost the top and sides of the cake and press toasted coconut onto the exterior.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg