CHOCOLATE COCONUT CAKE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 2h25m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
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.
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Lezinah Man
[email protected]This cake is really easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. I always have a can of coconut milk in my pantry, so I can make this cake on a whim.
Budronesha Booysen
[email protected]This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate and coconut flavors are perfectly balanced. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
BLOODY BOWY Official
[email protected]I love this cake! It's the perfect combination of chocolate and coconut. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Holly Hayes
[email protected]This cake is so delicious, and it's so easy to make! I'm definitely going to be making this cake again and again.
Greg Miller
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for when you need a quick and easy dessert.
LEGENDURY BANKS
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a special occasion, but it's also simple enough for a everyday dessert.
Harieta Atalifo
[email protected]I made this cake for a potluck last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Tej Gurung
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fluffy, and the frosting is to die for! I highly recommend this recipe.
Blessed Mudarikwa
[email protected]I love the combination of chocolate and coconut in this cake. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I've never tasted before.
PriNcE BeBaK
[email protected]This cake is really easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. I always have a can of coconut milk in my pantry, so I can make this cake on a whim.
ayodele oyewole
[email protected]I made this cake for my birthday last year, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I've been asked to make it again for several other birthdays since then.
Sher Jan
[email protected]This cake is amazing! It's so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate and coconut flavors are perfectly balanced. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.