Indulge in the rich, tropical flavors that transport you to paradise with every bite. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual get-togethers.
Author:Lisa
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
4 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
8 oz cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.5 cup shredded coconut (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together until well combined.
Cream the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until fluffy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients gradually, alternating with coconut milk until just blended.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Beat cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy.
Fold in shredded coconut for an extra coconut kick.
Frost the cooled cake layers generously with frosting, stacking them on top of each other.