COCONUT-FILLED FUDGE CAKE

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My sister shared this recipe with me, and it has become a favorite for family birthdays. The coconut center is a pleasant surprise.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
CAKE:
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup hot water
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth. Stir in coconut and chocolate chips; set aside., In large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, egg and vanilla until well blended. In a small bowl, combine water and buttermilk; set aside. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in pecans., Pour half of the batter into a greased and floured 8-in. fluted tube pan. Spoon cream cheese mixture over batter to within 1/2 in. of edges; top with remaining batter., Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Flora Blight
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The chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch to this cake. It adds a rich, decadent flavor.


Birju Kumar
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The coconut filling is the star of this cake. It's creamy and delicious.


AMEER ALHELALE
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect texture for a fudge cake.


Queen Cline
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand.


MD kawsar ahamed
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This cake is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can do it.


Brian Bryant
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Omed Hasan
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This cake is the perfect combination of chocolate and coconut. It's a must-try for any chocolate lover.


Rikop Rikop
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Lora kae
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This cake is so delicious, it's hard to believe it's gluten-free. My friends and family couldn't tell the difference.


Roni Rony
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This cake was a huge hit at my daughter's birthday party. The kids loved the coconut filling and the adults raved about the chocolate ganache.


CC Rich
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The coconut flavor was subtle and perfectly complemented the chocolate.


m shahbaaz
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This cake is definitely going into my regular baking rotation. It's perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to potlucks. I can't wait to make it again!


Vikram
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The coconut filling was creamy and flavorful, and the chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch.


Mk Bhatti
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This cake was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was totally worth the effort. The end result was a stunning and delicious cake that wowed my guests.


keen enough
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I've tried many fudge cakes in my time, but this one takes the cake! The coconut filling added a unique and delicious twist that I'd never tasted before. It was a huge hit with my family and friends.


hi Alvarez
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This coconut-filled fudge cake was an absolute delight! The combination of the rich chocolate cake, creamy coconut filling, and decadent chocolate ganache was simply divine. It was the perfect balance of flavors and textures, and it disappeared from