Best 3 Grandma Yearwoods Coconut Cake With Coconut Lemon Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delectable desserts, where culinary magic meets taste bud delight. In this article, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect "Grandma Yearwoods Coconut Cake with Coconut Lemon." Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we delve into the rich history of this classic recipe, passed down through generations. Each bite of this heavenly creation offers a symphony of flavors, with layers of moist coconut cake and a tangy coconut lemon frosting. Join us on this culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets of mastering this iconic dessert.

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OLD FASHIONED COCONUT CAKE



Old Fashioned Coconut Cake image

Basic 1-2-3-4 cake with a replacement of 1 cup canned, unsweetened coconut milk instead of regular milk. Paired with a delectable and delicious Swiss meringue buttercream icing...oh my!

Provided by Darla Cecil

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coconut Cake Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup butter, room temperature
½ cup margarine, room temperature
2 cups white sugar
3 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
4 eggs, room temperature
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
4 tablespoons milk
1 cup white sugar
5 egg whites
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups unsalted butter
2 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut, or as desired

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans.
  • Beat butter and margarine together using an electric mixer in a bowl until creamy. Add sugar gradually, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl.
  • Add eggs one at a time to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Add flour mixture alternately with coconut milk and vanilla extract, beating after each addition until smooth. Pour about 2 1/3 cups batter into each prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cake layers cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely, about 30 minutes more.
  • Stir sour cream, sugar, coconut, and milk together in a bowl until filling is well blended.
  • Remove one cake layer from the pan and invert onto a cake plate. Poke holes approximately 1-inch apart using the end of a wooden spoon until entire cake has been poked. Spread 1/3 of the filling on the cake layer. Top with second layer; repeat process. Top with last layer and repeat process again.
  • Combine sugar and egg whites in the top of a double boiler. Heat the pot over boiling water, stirring with a wire whisk until all sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer sugar mixture to the bowl of an electric stand mixer and beat using the wire attachment until soft peaks form. Switch to the paddle attachment. Pour in vanilla extract and salt. Beat in butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until fully incorporated. Beat until meringue reaches a thick buttercream consistency. Spread onto cake. Decorate with coconut as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.2 g, Cholesterol 108.6 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 21.3 g, Sodium 343.8 mg, Sugar 48.6 g

LEMON-FILLED COCONUT CAKE



Lemon-Filled Coconut Cake image

One of my coworkers brought this cake to a luncheon almost 40 years ago. It was so delicious that I asked for the recipe. I have baked it ever since, and it's always a hit! -Jackie Bergenheier, Wichita Falls, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
FILLING:
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup water
4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large egg whites
1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. , Transfer to three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; gently stir in lemon juice and butter. Cool to room temperature without stirring., Place one cake on serving plate; spread with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake. , For frosting, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, egg whites, water and cream of tartar. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating on low over low heat until frosting reaches 160°, about 10 minutes. , Transfer to a large bowl; add vanilla. Beat on high until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes. Frost top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with coconut. Store in the refrigerator.

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MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER'S BUTTERMILK LEMON COCONUT CAKE



My Great Grandmother's Buttermilk Lemon Coconut Cake image

My great grandmother made this all the time and no one had the recipe. She never measured anything she put in it. Finally my dad watched her make it one time and before she added each ingredient, he made her stop so he could measure it and write it down. This cake is different from the usual coconut cake in that the icing is less fluffy and instead soaks the cake more. It is to die for!! This is the moistest, densest cake, and the combination of flavors is amazing!

Provided by Sayster

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups shortening
2 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda, dissolved in
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon lemon extract
3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
2 1/2-3 cups milk
3 cups grated coconut (unsweetened)
1 1/2 cups marshmallows (her recipe says "handful")
1 teaspoon almond extract (my mom and I added this)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300. Grease and flour 3 9" cake pans. Sift together flour and salt.
  • Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time until combined.
  • Add buttermilk, soda, and flavoring.
  • Add flour mixture gradually until combined. This is similar to a pound cake batter.
  • Pour into cake pans at bake for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in cake comes out clean.
  • For Icing:.
  • Cook sugar, milk, coconut, marshmallows over a double boiler until smooth. Note: as it is hard to find unsweeted coconut, I've used sweeted and reduced the sugar to 1/2 Cup. Fold in almond extract. Icing will be fairly runny--it's supposed to seep into the cake and run off the sides. If you want it to be thicker, add more marshmallows.
  • Ice layers and top of cake while still hot. I poke holes in the layers with a toothpick so that the icing seeps down into the cake.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight. No cheating! You MUST serve it after it's been refrigerated, and serve it cold - it's best that way.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.3, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 58.8, Sodium 174.5, Carbohydrate 74.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 48.5, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling during the baking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better your cake will taste. Look for fresh, ripe coconut and lemons, and use real butter and eggs.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The oven temperature should be accurate, and the cake should be baked until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting or sliding off the cake.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the cake: This will help prevent the cake from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Grandma Yearwood's Coconut Cake with Coconut-Lemon Glaze is a delicious and classic Southern dessert. With its moist coconut cake layers, creamy coconut-lemon glaze, and toasted coconut topping, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and will yield a beautiful and delicious cake that everyone will love.

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