COCONUT TOPPED / CREAM CHEESE SHEET CAKE

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Hands down this is one scrumptious cake! The coconut milk in the cake adds extra coconut flavor, but it's not overwhelming. If you're a fan of coconut, you'll DEFINITELY be a fan of this cake.

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 c butter, softened (2 sticks)
6 oz cream cheese, softened
6 eggs
2 1/4 c sugar
1 - 2 tsp vanilla extract or for more of a coconut flavor, add coconut extract
2 1/4 c cake flour
1/8 c coconut milk or coconut cream - optional
FROSTING - I DOUBLE THIS
1/4 c butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 tsp vanilla or coconut extract is good as well
1 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1/2 c coconut- for toasting and sprinkling on top of the frosting
Note: can add a few tablespoons milk, cream or coconut milk ( i don't , as i like a thick frosting on the cake )

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Prepare a 9 x 13 pan with non stick cooking spray. Can also use a sheet cake pan. I prefer thicker!
  • 2. Cream together butter, cream cheese and sugar.
  • 3. Beat in eggs one at a time, vanilla and then mix in flour. Add milk now if using. Beat in well.
  • 4. Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until wooden pick comes out clean. As this cake cools, it will fall...that's normal...so don't be alarmed...it should be the thickness of a sheet cake...it will not be thick like a regular cake...:) Cool on cooling rack. Note: some have said that this cake becomes even moister if placed in freezer as soon as comes from the oven. I've not tried it, but have also read that this is true with cakes in general.
  • 5. Frosting: Beat together butter, cheese, vanilla and add sugar. Mix until well blended.
  • 6. You can now toast coconut. I toast mine in a lightly sprayed skillet and keep tossing until golden. You can also place coconut on a baking sheet and toast in oven, turning frequently so not to burn.
  • 7. I then gently remove the cake from the pan; and cut the cooled cake into 24 squares, and top with frosting and coconut. You can leave cake in pan and frost. I did it my way for presentation... Enjoy!

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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that everyone will love.


Saima Bibi
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I still loved this cake. The cream cheese filling was the perfect balance to the sweetness of the cake.


Camila Duran
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This cake is so moist and delicious, I could eat it every day!


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


Chinyere Ehirim
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I added some fresh strawberries to the top of the cake and it looked and tasted amazing!


Mary Ramirez
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This was my first time making a cream cheese frosting and it turned out so well! The cake was moist and the frosting was light and fluffy.


Mohammad Mannan
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I've never made a sheet cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out perfectly!


K V
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's moist, fluffy, and delicious.


Sirenfofo BG
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


galaxy god
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The cake was easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Ahmed Ali Abdella
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I found this cake to be a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


Juniad Khan
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still a nice treat.


Abdulaziz Saaeb
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cream cheese filling is so rich and decadent.


Rohini Mangalika
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This is my new favorite cake recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Mpawenimana Spece
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and it was a huge success! She loved the pink frosting and the cake was moist and delicious.


Sajid Khan
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This coconut-topped cream cheese sheet cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the moist and fluffy cake, the creamy filling, and the toasted coconut topping.