Best 13 Chocolate Cake With Coconut Sauce Recipes

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Prepare to indulge your taste buds in a delectable journey as we delve into the world of chocolate cakes and embark on a quest to discover the ultimate recipe. The harmonious blend of rich, decadent chocolate and the tropical allure of coconut sauce creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses and leave you craving for more. With a myriad of recipes available, each promising a unique twist on this classic dessert, finding the one that truly captures your culinary imagination can be an overwhelming task. Fear not, for we have embarked on a culinary adventure, sampling and scrutinizing countless recipes to unveil the hidden gems that will transform your ordinary dessert into an extraordinary experience. Join us as we unveil the secrets behind the perfect chocolate cake with coconut sauce, guiding you towards the recipe that will leave you and your loved ones in culinary bliss.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT CHOCOLATE CAKE II



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Rich - chocolate and coconut, very moist. A big hit with all ages.

Provided by IVEYCOTTAGE

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Layer Cake

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate fudge cake mix
1 ⅓ cups brewed coffee
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup evaporated milk
25 large marshmallows
1 (14 ounce) package flaked coconut
1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate fudge frosting

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for two 9 inch round pans, except substitute brewed coffee for the water. Cool cakes completely.
  • Make the Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil. Add the marshmallows and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in coconut.
  • Assemble the cake: Place bottom layer on serving plate. Spread with entire coconut filling. Cover top and sides with fudge frosting. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 426.1 mg, Sugar 43.5 g

BEST COCONUT CHOCOLATE CAKE



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I hope other families enjoy this chocolate coconut cake as much as my family does. I've given almost 100 copies of this recipe to others who have tried the cake and liked it. -Dorothy West, Nacogdoches, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 35 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup water
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
20 large marshmallows
1 package (14 ounces) sweetened shredded coconut
2 cups slivered almonds, toasted, divided
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, water and cocoa. Cook and stir until butter is melted; add to dry ingredients. Combine the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla; add to chocolate mixture and mix well. , Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine 1 cup evaporated milk, 3/4 cup sugar and marshmallows; cook and stir until marshmallows are melted. Remove from heat; stir in coconut. Immediately sprinkle 1 cup almonds over cake. Spread coconut mixture over top. Sprinkle with remaining almonds (pan will be full). , In a small saucepan, combine butter with remaining milk and sugar. Cook and stir until butter is melted. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted. Drizzle over almonds. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH COCONUT SAUCE



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With the bold flavors of raspberry and coconut enhancing fudgy chocolate cake and creamy vanilla ice cream, what's not to love?-Tabitha Freeman of Middletown, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (19.6 ounces) frozen chocolate fudge layer cake
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup red raspberry preserves
4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Cut cake in half. Return half to the freezer. Let remaining cake stand at room temperature to thaw. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the coconut, milk and vanilla. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. , Cut cake into four slices; place on dessert plates. Spread with preserves. Top with coconut mixture and ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (65g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

COCONUT CRUNCH CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Paired together with a chocolate drizzle, the texture of this cake turns out a decadent bite not unlike that of a candy bar. Martha made this recipe in episode 506 of Martha Bakes

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 (5.4 ounce) can cream of coconut
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut (8 ounces)
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 10-inch springform pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, stir together cream of coconut and vanilla.
  • Beat butter and coconut oil on medium-high until smooth. Slowly add sugar; beat until pale and fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce speed to medium; add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each and scraping down sides of bowl as needed. With mixer on low, add flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with 2 batches of cream-of-coconut mixture. Beat until just combined.
  • Topping: In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites and salt until thick and frothy, about 1 minute. Stir in milk and vanilla. Fold in coconut.
  • Spread cake batter in pan. Pour topping over batter; carefully spread in an even layer. Bake on a rimmed baking sheet until a toothpick comes out with just a few moist crumbs, about 1 hour (tent with foil if browning too quickly).
  • Chocolate Sauce: In a small saucepan, bring heavy cream and sugar almost to a boil, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Pour over chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Stir until smooth, then stir in vanilla.
  • Let cake cool completely; remove from pan. Cut into wedges, drizzle with chocolate sauce, and serve with extra sauce on the side.

COCONUT CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Make and share this Coconut Cake with Chocolate Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

3/4 cup cake flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, beaten lightly
4 large egg whites
1 pinch cream of tartar
1 1/2 cups milk
1 vanilla bean, split
1/3 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large egg yolks
1 1/4 cups very cold whipping cream
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup milk, plus
2 tablespoons milk
11 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped (or use chips)
1/2 cup cream, plus
1 tablespoon cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter a 9 inch springform pan.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the cake flour, sugar and baking powder.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the oil, whole eggs and ¼ cup of water and stir in the flour mixture into the oil mixture until the batter is smooth.
  • Beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar until they hold stiff peaks.
  • Stir ¼ of the whites into the batter to lighten and then fold in the remaining whites.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake in the middle of the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean.
  • Remove cake and let cool.
  • For pastry cream: Scald the milk with the vanilla bean.
  • Scrape the seeds into the milk and discard bean (or rinse it, let it dry and ‘plant’ it into a sealed jar of sugar. In time you’ll have sugar with a vanilla fragrance.) In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of sugar, flour and egg yolks.
  • Whisk the hot milk into the yolk mixture, a little at a time, and whisk for 1 minute.
  • Pour into the pan and bring custard to the boil, whisking constantly, for 1-2 minutes, o until it is thickened.
  • Let cool, uncovered, and chill it, placing a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the hot custard to prevent a skin from forming.
  • Beat the cream with the remaining 2 tblsps sugar until it holds stiff peaks.
  • Fold 1 cup of the whipped cream into the pastry cream, reserving remainder, and fold in 1 cup of coconut into the pastry cream as well.
  • Make chocolate sauce: Simmer the milk with the chocolate, stirring, until the chocolate is melted.
  • Add the cream, butter and sugar and simmer, stirring, until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Keep sauce warm, covered.
  • Cut cake horizontally into 3 layers with a serrated knife.
  • Spread ½ of pastry cream on top of bottom layer and top with second layer.
  • Spread remaining pastry cream on top of second layer and top with third layer, cut side down.
  • Spread whipped cream on top and side of cake and sprinkle with coconut.
  • Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 756, Fat 61, SaturatedFat 38.7, Cholesterol 197, Sodium 156.3, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 26.6, Protein 13.6

CHOCOLATE DATE CAKE WITH COCONUT-COGNAC SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

4 dates (about 3 ounces), preferably Medjool, chopped
1/4 cup cognac
Slightly heaping 1/2 cup whole, skinned almonds, toasted and ground
1/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, toasted
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate
4 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
12 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoon cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Butter, for greasing the ramekins
Chocolate-Almond Wafer, recipe follows
Coconut-Cognac Sauce, recipe follows
16 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup whole, skinned almonds, toasted and ground
3 cups coconut milk
6 tablespoons cognac
6 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the dates and cognac in a bowl and let macerate about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the macerated dates, almonds, and coconut. Mix until the ingredients come together into a paste.
  • Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir the melted chocolate into the date mixture and set aside.
  • In another bowl, whip together the egg whites and salt until they just begin to form soft peaks. While slowly adding the sugar, continue whipping the whites until they form firm peaks. Fold in the cocoa, cardamom, and ginger until just combined. Working in 3 batches, gently fold the whipped egg whites into the date-chocolate mixture until just combined.
  • Scoop chocolate batter into buttered ramekins or molds. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out dry, about 12 minutes. Lower the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • To serve, unmold the cakes onto a baking sheet and top each with a chilled chocolate-almond wafer. Put the cakes into the oven and bake until the wafer just melts, about 15 seconds. Spoon a small pool of sauce onto plates, and gently place the cakes into the sauce. Serve.
  • Put the chocolate into a bowl. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer, pour over the chocolate, and stir with a rubber spatula until smooth. Fold in the spices and nuts. Spread the chocolate batter evenly onto a silicone mat or wax paper-lined baking sheet and chill until firm, about 30 minutes. Using a round cookie cutter, cut the wafer into discs that are slightly larger than the top of the cakes.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, reduced and thickened.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT CAKE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick spray
One 14-ounce bag sweetened shredded coconut (about 4 cups)
2 teaspoons instant espresso
1 1/4 cups water
One 15.25-ounce box chocolate fudge cake mix, such as Betty Crocker
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
Two 8-ounce blocks Neufchatel cream cheese, at room temperature
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 9-inch cake pans with nonstick spray and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle half of the shredded coconut on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven until golden brown, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet.
  • Combine the instant espresso and water in a measuring cup; stir until dissolved. Add to a medium bowl, along with the cake mix, vegetable oil and eggs. Beat for 2 minutes with a handheld mixer on medium speed. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a baking rack and let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, butter, coconut milk, salt and powdered sugar in a large bowl. Beat with a handheld mixer on medium speed until light, fluffy and smooth, about 4 minutes. Stir in the remaining (untoasted) coconut with a rubber spatula.
  • If the cakes have domed in the center, trim to level the tops. Place one cake layer, up-side down, on a platter or plate. Spoon one-third of the frosting on top and spread evenly, almost completely to the edge. Place the other layer, up-side down, on top, pressing gently to anchor. Using an offset spatula, evenly frost the entire cake; if the frosting gets too soft, place it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Gently press the toasted coconut around the outside of the cake and sprinkle it over the top.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT SHEET CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, all-purpose flour, McCormick Ground Cinnamon, salt, baking soda, cocoa powder, butter, light brown sugar, large eggs, McCormick® vanilla extract, Thai Kitchen® coconut milk, chocolate frosting, shredded coconut

Provided by Tayo Ola

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup cocoa powder
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups light brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon McCormick® vanilla extract
13 ½ oz Thai Kitchen® coconut milk, 1 can
16 oz chocolate frosting
1 ½ cups shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350℉ (175˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and cocoa powder. Whisk to combine.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar with an electric hand mixer until fluffy. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating to incorporate each addition before adding the next. Add the vanilla and beat to combine.
  • Add ½ of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat on low speed to incorporate. Add ½ of the coconut milk and beat again. Add the remaining flour, then the remaining coconut milk, and beat until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the cake batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread in an even layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and edges begin to pull away from the pan. Let cool completely.
  • Once the cake is cooled, scoop the chocolate frosting on top and spread in an even layer. Sprinkle the shredded coconut on top.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752 calories, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 59 grams

CHOCOLATE COCONUT CAKE



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The fine, feathery crumb of this dessert, which is on the lighter side of chocolate cakes, is balanced by a slather of glossy, fudgy frosting. A topping of shredded coconut provides additional richness and texture. Make it the day before serving; its flavor only improves overnight.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield One 10-inch torte, 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

7 ounces/200 grams unsalted butter (1 3/4 sticks), plus more for the pan
5 1/4 ounces/150 grams chopped dark chocolate (at least 60 percent)
1 1/4 cups/155 grams all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons/10 grams baking powder
2 tablespoons/15 grams cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon/1 gram kosher salt
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon/100 grams unsweetened shredded coconut
4 large eggs, whites and yolks separated
1 cup/200 grams superfine sugar
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons/200 milliliters heavy cream
7 ounces/200 grams chopped dark chocolate (at least 60 percent)
1/2 ounce/15 grams unsalted butter (1 tablespoon)
1/2 cup/47 grams unsweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees, and bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Butter a 10-inch springform pan.
  • Make the cake: In a metal bowl, combine the butter and chocolate; place the bowl over (not in) the pot of simmering water. Melt the chocolate, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat to cool slightly. (Alternatively, melt the chocolate and butter in the microwave on a low setting.)
  • Into a medium bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder and salt. Add the shredded coconut and stir to combine.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the cooled chocolate mixture, mix to combine. Alternating, fold the flour mixture and the cream into the batter.
  • In the clean bowl of an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff, then fold gently into the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of cake emerges clean, about 50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Make the frosting: In a medium heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate over a pot of simmering water (or you can do this in a microwave on a low setting). Remove from heat and stir in the butter. Cool slightly, until the chocolate thickens somewhat, then spread the frosting over the cake. Sprinkle coconut on top; let set, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 810, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 42 grams, Sodium 179 milligrams, Sugar 31 grams, TransFat 1 gram

CHOCOLATE COCONUT CREAM CAKE



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I had to make this cake at work on Easter and it was just beautiful so I made it at home and jazzed it up. You will be quite happy with this cake. Color the coconut on top any color you like.

Provided by NinjaPirateDragon

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     White Cake Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
6 egg whites
¾ cup milk
2 teaspoons coconut extract
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup sweetened flaked coconut
½ cup heavy whipping cream
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 drops food coloring, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Butter the sides of two 9-inch cake pans and line the bottoms of the pans with 9-inch parchment paper.
  • Beat unsalted butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
  • Whisk egg whites, milk, and coconut extract in a separate bowl.
  • Thoroughly mix about 1/3 of the flour mixture into the creamed butter and sugar; stir in half the egg white-milk mixture. Repeat twice more, ending with final 1/3 of flour mixture; stir to make a smooth batter.
  • Pour batter into prepared cake pans and smooth tops with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Cool cakes in pans on racks for about 5 minutes before turning out onto racks to cool completely. Peel parchment paper from cakes.
  • Stir sweetened condensed milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and vanilla extract together in a bowl; stir in 3/4 cup flaked coconut. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Bring 1/2 cup heavy cream to a simmer over low heat; gradually stir in chocolate until thoroughly melted and the mixture is thick and smooth. Allow to cool to lukewarm.
  • Place a cake layer onto a serving platter; top with the condensed milk-coconut mixture. Place second cake layer over the coconut filling. Spread warm chocolate mixture evenly over top and sides of cake with a thin spatula.
  • Toss 1 cup flaked coconut in a bowl with food coloring until coconut is evenly colored; sprinkle coconut over chocolate topping to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 710.1 calories, Carbohydrate 91.8 g, Cholesterol 75.9 mg, Fat 35.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 22.7 g, Sodium 292.3 mg, Sugar 68.4 g

COCONUT CAKE WITH CHOCOLATE CHUNKS AND COCONUT DRIZZLE



Coconut Cake with Chocolate Chunks and Coconut Drizzle image

Provided by Julie Richardson

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Fruit     Dessert     Valentine's Day     Vegetarian     New Year's Day     Tropical Fruit     Coconut     Winter     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Cake:
1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut*
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 teaspoons (packed) finely grated orange peel
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk**
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate bars (do not exceed 61% cacao), broken into 1/2-inch irregular pieces, divided
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Coconut Drizzle:
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons (or more) canned unsweetened coconut milk**
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Cake:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 9-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides; dust pan with flour, shaking out excess. Sift 1 3/4 cups flour, baking powder, and sea salt into medium bowl. Stir in unsweetened shredded coconut and set aside. Using electric mixer, beat sugar, butter, and orange peel in large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Add flour mixture in 3 additions alternately with coconut milk in 2 additions, beating just until blended after each addition. Fold in half of bittersweet chocolate pieces. Spread batter evenly in prepared cake pan. Sprinkle remaining chocolate pieces over batter, then sprinkle with sweetened flaked coconut.
  • Bake cake until golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, tenting with sheet of foil if coconut atop cake is browning too quickly, 60 to 70 minutes. Transfer cake to rack and cool in pan 45 minutes.
  • Coconut Drizzle
  • Whisk powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut milk, and vanilla in small bowl to blend well, adding more coconut milk by 1/2 teaspoonfuls until mixture is thin enough to drizzle over cake.
  • Carefully run small knife around sides of cake to loosen. Invert cake onto platter, then carefully invert again onto another platter, coconut side up. Using small spoon, drizzle powdered sugar mixture decoratively over cake. Cool cake completely on platter. DO AHEAD Cake can be made up to 1 day ahead. Cover cake and let stand at room temperature.
  • Cut cake into wedges and serve with vanilla ice cream.
  • Available at specialty foods stores and natural foods stores.
  • ** Sold at many supermarkets and at Indian, Southeast Asian, and Latin markets. If unavailable, use 1 cup half and half mixed with 1/2 teaspoon imitation coconut extract.

GERMAN-CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH COCONUT-PECAN SAUCE



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After the "cooking spray" in the ingredients, the rest of the ingredients are for the sauce, Z would not let me post it that way or I am too blonde to figger it out. LOL At the other site, this got rave reviews, especially the sauce. Prep time is approximate. Can't wait to try it! This is posted for ZWT 2010. Recipe from Southern Living, September, 2005.

Provided by Scoutie

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup unsalted butter
1 (4 ounce) bar sweet baking chocolate, chopped
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
cooking spray
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated low-fat milk
3 tablespoons butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Place butter and chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl, and microwave at high 1 minute or until melted, stirring until smooth.
  • Stir in sugar, water, and vanilla.
  • Add egg whites and egg, stirring with a whisk.
  • Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt, and add to chocolate mixture, stirring with a whisk until smooth.
  • Coat bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking pan with cooking spray; pour batter into pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan on a wire rack.
  • Serve cake with Coconut-Pecan Sauce.
  • Coconut-Pecan Sauce:.
  • Combine sugar and cornstarch in a medium, heavy saucepan.
  • Add milk; stir with a whisk.
  • Add butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute. Stir constantly.
  • Remove from heat; stir in pecans, coconut, and vanilla. Serve warm over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.9, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 38.8, Sodium 128.3, Carbohydrate 70.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 51.9, Protein 4.1

CHOCOLATE SAUCE FOR COCONUT CRUNCH CAKE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1 scant cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Bring cream and sugar almost to a boil, stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Pour over chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Stir until smooth, then stir in vanilla. Serve warm.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of your chocolate will have a big impact on the final flavor of your cake. Look for a chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a rich and creamy coconut sauce: The sauce should complement the chocolate cake without overpowering it.

Conclusion:

This chocolate cake with coconut sauce is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the coconut sauce is rich and creamy. Follow these tips to make the best chocolate cake with coconut sauce you've ever had.

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