Best 11 Easy Coconut Cake Recipes

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Indulge your sweet tooth and dive into the realm of delightful flavors with our exploration of the "Easy Coconut Cake" recipes. Whether you're an avid baker seeking new culinary adventures or a novice cook looking for a simple yet impressive dessert, this article will guide you through a journey of sweet indulgence. We've gathered a selection of recipes that cater to your craving for a delectable coconut cake, featuring step-by-step instructions, essential ingredients, and tips to ensure a moist, fluffy cake that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY PINEAPPLE COCONUT CAKE



Easy Pineapple Coconut Cake image

Pairing pineapple with coconut lent a tropical flavor to the dessert served as the finale to our theme party. Shared by a former co-worker, this recipe has been in my file for 20 years and never fails to delight those who try a piece. -Gina Mueller, Converse, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Stir in pineapple. Spread over cake. Prepare whipped topping mix according to package directions; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Beat in 1 cup whipped topping. Fold in remaining topping. Spread over pudding. Sprinkle with coconut. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.

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EASY COCONUT SHEET CAKE



Easy Coconut Sheet Cake image

This is my go-to coconut sheet cake when I am entertaining a lot of people or I need to bring something for a potluck. It is made with buttermilk which makes it super moist and delicious and it is very easy to make. Depending on what I am making it for, I either cut it into little square bites or regular-sized coconut cake pieces.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 ¾ cups white sugar
3 eggs
2 cups buttermilk
1 ¾ cups unsweetened coconut flakes
½ cup white sugar
1 ¾ cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a large, rimmed baking sheet with butter.
  • Mix flour and baking powder in a bowl.
  • Beat 1 3/4 cups sugar and eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well combined. Add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately in 3 or 4 batches, beating after each addition on low speed until well combined. Spread batter onto the prepared baking sheet, smoothing out with a spatula.
  • Mix coconut flakes with 1/2 cup sugar and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately pour heavy cream all over the cake while cake is still hot. Cool completely for about 1 hour, then cut into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 55.6 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 196.8 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

EASY LEMON-COCONUT CAKE WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE



Easy Lemon-Coconut Cake with Raspberry Sauce image

An extremely moist lemon-coconut cake that's near impossible to mess up! It's ideal for serving large parties, and can be eaten with or without the sauce, meaning it pleases even the pickiest eaters.

Provided by Patricia Jackson

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Raspberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lemons, divided
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
2 ½ cups white sugar
3 large eggs
1 ½ cups extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups milk
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 pint fresh raspberries
3 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  • Zest 2 lemons into a small bowl. Juice 1 of the lemons into another small bowl. Reserve remaining lemon for another use.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • Whisk sugar and eggs together in another bowl until they form a ribbon. Stir olive oil, milk, lemon zest, and 1/2 of the lemon juice into the sugar-egg mixture until thoroughly combined. Fold in dry ingredients and coconut, then pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove cake and let cool completely, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • While cake is baking, place raspberries, sugar, and remaining lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat and stir until raspberries break down and mixture has thickened and is starting to boil, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and place in a serving container.
  • Cut cake into pieces and spoon or pour some of the sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 101.3 mg, Sugar 42.7 g

EASY COCONUT POUND CAKE



Easy Coconut Pound Cake image

"This cake is easy to make and is always a big hit," writes Lisa Varner from Charleston, South Carolina. "I like to serve it with ice cream for a double-dose treat!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Confectioners' sugar and additional coconut, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Beat in flour just until combined; fold in 1/2 cup coconut., Coat an 8-in. fluted tube pan with cooking spray; dust with flour. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and additional coconut if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650 calories, Fat 35g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

THE CAKE MIX DOCTOR'S EASY REFRIGERATOR COCONUT CAKE



The Cake Mix Doctor's Easy Refrigerator Coconut Cake image

I pulled this recipe off of www.confessionsofacookbookqueen.com. She credits the recipe to The Cake Mix Doctor Returns cookbook. I like the very detailed instructions. One instruction I wish she had included was to open the can of cream of coconut and stir it vigorously to mix the syrup from the cream. I just shook the can and then poured out the cream of coconut from a small opening. I didn't realize until it was too late that the only thing I got out of the can was the sugar syrup. Not only can and should this cake be prepared days ahead of when you plan to serve it but the frosting and the cake can be made on a separate days, also.

Provided by Marie Nixon

Categories     Dessert

Time 48m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 1/4 ounces white cake mix, Duncan Hines is preferred
1 cup milk
1/2 cup cream of coconut, plus more cream of coconut for brushing on the baked layers
3 large eggs
2 cups sour cream
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping
3 1/2-4 cups sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • .Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat oven to 350. Lightly mist three 9 inch round cake pans with vegetable oil spray, then dust them with flour. Shake out the excess flour and set the pans aside.
  • Stir the cream of coconut to make sure that is mixed together.
  • Place the cake mix, milk, 1/2 cup cream of coconut, and eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer on low speed until the ingredients are incorporated, 30 seconds. Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat for 1 1/2 minutes longer, scraping down the sides of the bowl again if needed. The batter should look well blended.
  • Divide the cake batter evenly among the 3 prepared pans, about 1 1/2 cups batter per pan, smoothing the tops with a rubber spatula. Place the pans in the oven. If your oven is not large enough to hold 3 pans on the center rack, place two pans on that rack and one in the center of the rack above.
  • Bake the cake until layers are light brown and the tops spring back with lightly pressed with a finger, 18 to 23 minutes. The cake layer on the higher rack may bake faster, so test it for doneness first.
  • While the cakes bake, make the frosting. Place the sour cream and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 1/2 minutes. Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until the sugar has dissolved, 2 minutes longer.
  • Add the whipped topping and beat on low speed until well blended. Stir in 3 cups of coconut and beat on low speed until mixed. Place the frosting in the refrigerator to chill for at least 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the cake pans to wire racks and let the cake layers cool for 5 minutes. Run a sharp knife around the edge of each cake layer and give the pans a good shake to loosen the cakes. Invert each layer onto a wire rack, and then invert again so they are right side up.
  • While the cakes cool, use a small brush to gently brush the tops of the cake with the remaining cream of coconut. Let the cakes cool completely, 15 minutes longer. When the cakes are cool, use a large serrated knife to cut each cake in half horizontally to make 6 layers.
  • To assemble the cake, transfer one layer, cut side up, to a serving platter. Spread the top with a heaping 2/3 cup frosting. Place another layer, cut side up, on top of the first layer and frost with 2/3 cup frosting. Repeat this process with the remaining layers and frost the top and sides of cake. Sprinkle 1/2 to 1 cup coconut on top of the cake for garnish.
  • This cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

EASY JOE'S COCONUT MOUSSE CAKE



Easy Joe's Coconut Mousse Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
One 16-ounce packet pecan shortbread cookies
1 stick butter, melted
1 pound cream cheese
1 cup raw cane sugar
One 15-ounce can cream of coconut, such as Coco Lopez
1 1/2 ounces (1 shot) coconut rum, such as Malibu
3 teaspoons powdered gelatin
2 cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • For the crust: In a food processor, mix the shredded coconut and pecan cookies. Slowly add the melted butter. Place the mixture into a 10-inch springform tin to form the crust.
  • For the filling: In a mixer, soften the cream cheese and raw cane sugar until smooth. Slowly add the cream of coconut and rum. In a small bowl, mix the powdered gelatin and 1/4 cup water until firm and then microwave until it liquefies. Add the gelatin mixture to the cream cheese mixture. Add the heavy whipping cream until fully mixed. Pour into the prepared springform tin. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

EASY COCONUT CREAM CAKE



Easy Coconut Cream Cake image

Make and share this Easy Coconut Cream Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package white cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/4 cup poppy seed
1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
3 1/2 cups cold milk
2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages instant coconut cream pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/3 cup flaked coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare cake according to package directions, adding poppy seeds and coconut extract to batter.
  • Pour into a greased 9X13 pan.
  • Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes.
  • Spread over the cake.
  • Spread with whipped topping.
  • Sprinkle with coconut.

EASY COCONUT MACAROON CAKE



Easy Coconut Macaroon Cake image

Make and share this Easy Coconut Macaroon Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Canadian In Atlanta

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
5 eggs
1 tablespoon almond extract
1 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Sift dry ingredients together.
  • In large bowl, with electric mixer, beat butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
  • With mixer on "cream", add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add almond extract.
  • Stir in coconut.
  • Turn into greased 10" tube pan or bundt pan.
  • Bake one hour at 325.
  • Cool 30 min before removing from pan.
  • This cake can be frozen.

MOM'S EASY COCONUT CAKE



Mom's Easy Coconut Cake image

Make and share this Mom's Easy Coconut Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by randadell

Categories     Dessert

Time 6h15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar or 1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
2 cups shredded coconut
3 1/2 cups Cool Whip

Steps:

  • prepare cake according to package directions.
  • Combine milk, sugar or Splenda,and 1/2 cup coconut in saucepan . Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Poke holes in cake with a fork.
  • Spoon mixture over warm cake and allow to cool completely.
  • Fold half of the remaining coconut into whipped topping and spread over cake. top with the remaining coconut and refrigerate.

QUICK & EASY COCONUT POPPY SEED CAKE



Quick & Easy Coconut Poppy Seed Cake image

This is one of those "semi-homemade" recipes that guests always think that I spent much more time than I actually did. This is a light, very pretty dessert that stands out on dessert tables and buffets. Perfect for Easter, luncheons, church functions and teas. Because it's so pretty and something different, be sure to take copies...

Provided by Family Favorites

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 18 1/4 oz. white cake mix
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1/4 tsp. coconut extract, optional but good
3 1/2 cups milk
2 packages (3.4 oz. each) instant coconut cream pudding mix
1 8 oz. carton cool whip, thawed
1/3 cup flaked coconut, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare cake mix as directed on package adding poppy seeds and coconut extract to batter. Pour into greased 13x9 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Don't over-bake. Cool completely.
  • 2. In a mixing bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Spread over the cake.
  • 3. Spread with whipped topping. Sprinkle with toasted coconut.

EASY COCONUT CREAM CAKE



Easy Coconut Cream Cake image

This cake needs to be stored in the fridge. I find cream of coconut in the aisle where you find drink mixers.

Provided by Joelle Johnson

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box cake mix, yellow or white
1 can(s) cream of coconut
1 pkg shredded coconut
1 pkg cool whip,thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, ADDING 1 cup of the coconut to batter. Bake in 13 x9 pan according to package directions.
  • 2. While cake is still warm, poke holes in cake, drizzle cream of coconut over top. Place in fridge to cool completely.
  • 3. When cool, frost cake with the cool whip topping.
  • 4. Sprinkle package with remaining coconut and put in the fridge to cool. Enjoy

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any mishaps.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Cake at the Right Temperature: The temperature of your oven can affect the texture and flavor of your cake. Make sure you preheat your oven to the correct temperature before baking.
  • Don't Open the Oven Door Too Often: Opening the oven door during baking can cause the cake to fall. Only open the door to check on the cake in the last few minutes of baking.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, coconut cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're a fan of classic coconut cake or you're looking for a new and exciting variation, there's sure to be a recipe in this article that you'll love. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give one of these coconut cake recipes a try!

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