Best 3 Rave Reviews Coconut Cake Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of rave reviews coconut cake! If you're craving a sweet and tropical treat that will tantalize your taste buds, look no further. This rich and moist cake, bursting with coconut flavor, has earned its reputation as a culinary masterpiece. With its delicate crumb, fluffy texture, and irresistible aroma, the rave reviews coconut cake is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a stunning coconut cake that will leave your friends and family raving. Let's embark on a delightful journey as we explore the best recipes, baking tips, and decorating ideas for this unforgettable dessert.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

RAVE REVIEWS COCONUT CAKE



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A wonderful moist coconut cake perfect for birthday parties. Walnuts and pecans are interchangeable in this recipe.

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Yellow Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ⅓ cups water
4 eggs
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups flaked coconut
2 teaspoons milk
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8 or 9 inch round cake pans.
  • Blend the cake mix, pudding mix, water, eggs and oil in a large mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed for 4 minutes. Stir in 2 cups of the coconut and the chopped walnuts. Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Let cakes cool in pans for 15 minutes then remove and finish cooling on rack.
  • To Make Frosting: Melt the butter or margarine in a skillet. Add the 2 cups flaked coconut and stir constantly over low heat until golden brown. Spread coconut on absorbent paper to cool.
  • Cream the remaining 2 tablespoons butter or margarine with the cream cheese. Add the milk and confectioners' sugar alternately, beating well. Add the vanilla and stir in 1 3/4 cups of the toasted coconut.
  • To Assemble Cake: Spread tops of cooled cake layers with some of the frosting. Stack them and then frost the sides of the cake. Sprinkle Cake with the remaining toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692.5 calories, Carbohydrate 90.9 g, Cholesterol 93.6 mg, Fat 34.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 577.5 mg, Sugar 68.6 g

RAVE REVIEW COCONUT CAKE



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This is just a wonderful, delicious cake-it's one of the best! I got the recipe after tasting the cake at a church supper...I've used it many times since.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

CAKE:
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1-1/3 cups water
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
2 teaspoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, blend cake mix with pudding, water, eggs and oil. Beat at medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in coconut and nuts. Pour into three greased and floured 8-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until cake springs back when touched in center. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove to rack to complete cooling. , For frosting, melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet; add coconut and stir constantly over low heat until golden brown. Spread coconut on absorbent paper towel to cool. Cream remaining 2 tablespoons butter with cream cheese, milk and vanilla. Add sugar, beating well to blend. Stir in 1-1/2 cups toasted coconut; spread on top and sides of cake. Sprinkle remaining coconut over cake.

Nutrition Facts :

RAVE REVIEW COCONUT CAKE



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Make and share this Rave Review Coconut Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Southern Polar Bear

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/8 cup flour
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1 1/2 cups water
4 eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups coconut
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons milk
3 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1/2 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Blend cake mix, flour, pudding mix, water, eggs and oil in a large mixing bowl.
  • Beat at medium speed for four minutes.
  • Stir in coconut and nuts.
  • Pour into 3 greased and floured 9" layer pans.
  • Bake at 350 for 35 minutes.
  • Remove and cool.
  • Frosting:.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet.
  • Add coconut while stirring constantly over low heat until golden brown.
  • Divide coconut into two parts - 1/4 cup and 1 3/4 cups.
  • Spread coconut on paper towels to cool.
  • Cream 2 tablespoons butter with cream cheese.
  • Add milk; beat in sugar gradually.
  • Blend in vanilla.
  • Stir in 1 3/4 cups coconut.
  • Spread on top of cake layers.
  • Stack layers and sprinkle with remaining (1/4 cup) coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 9281.4, Fat 556.8, SaturatedFat 304.2, Cholesterol 1232.1, Sodium 6173.8, Carbohydrate 1024.6, Fiber 69.3, Sugar 752.7, Protein 109.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cake.
  • Follow the recipe carefully. Don't skip any steps, and make sure to measure your ingredients accurately.
  • Be patient. Coconut cake takes time to make, but it's worth the wait.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixed batter can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Coconut cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just because you want a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to please. With its moist, fluffy texture and rich coconut flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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