FRESH COCONUT LAYER CAKE
This recipe uses fresh coconut, coconut milk and coconut cream for an intense coconut flavor.
Provided by Holly
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Prepare the filling by placing the heavy cream, 3/4 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons coconut cream in a heavy saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Whisk together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon coconut milk. Stir into the simmering cream until smooth; cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup shredded coconut; continue cooking, stirring 3 minutes longer. Cool to room temperature and then refrigerate until thickened, about 2 hours. Keep refrigerated until ready to assemble cake.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease three 9 inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper. Grease the paper and then flour the pans lightly, tapping out any excess. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
- Place the 1 1/2 cups sugar and eggs in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer for 1 minute. Gradually add the 3/4 cup butter, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract and 1 cup coconut milk; continue beating for 2 minutes. Add the flour mixture and beat for 1 minute.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the center of the oven for 20 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans on a rack for 20 minutes. Unmold the cakes, carefully peel off the paper and allow to cool completely on a rack.
- Prepare the icing by beating together the cream cheese and 1/2 cup butter. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, confectioners sugar, 3 tablespoons coconut milk and 1 tablespoon vanilla; beat until smooth.
- Prepare the syrup by placing the 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and continue to boil, while stirring for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and brush the top of each cake layer with the syrup using a pastry brush. You don't have to use all of the syrup.
- Assemble the cake by placing one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread it with a layer of the reserved filling and top with another cake layer. Spread the cake with the filling and top with the remaining cake layer. Ice the top and sides of the cake and sprinkle the top with 1/2 cup shredded fresh coconut.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 996.6 calories, Carbohydrate 127.6 g, Cholesterol 182.7 mg, Fat 52.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 34.9 g, Sodium 313.4 mg, Sugar 98.8 g
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maranatha ohakwem
[email protected]This cake is so good, I could eat it every day!
Kasule Haroonah
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves coconut cake. It's a classic recipe that's sure to please everyone.
Riyad Ahmed Robin
[email protected]This cake is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake that everyone will love.
D'shalea Gordon
[email protected]The frosting is the perfect complement to the cake. It's light and fluffy, and it doesn't overpower the coconut flavor.
Kayla Wolfe
[email protected]I love the coconut flavor in this cake. It's not too overpowering, but it's definitely there.
Toqeer elahi
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, anniversaries, and even just because. It's always a hit.
Martinez Mukisa
[email protected]I've never made a layer cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out beautifully and it tasted even better than it looked.
Boateng Francis
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.
Shoel Rana
[email protected]I'm not a fan of coconut, but this cake was amazing! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and delicious.
Mveleli Madondile
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to recipe for coconut layer cake.
MD anarul aili anarul
[email protected]This cake was a disaster! The cake was dry and the frosting was too runny. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
umarfaruk jibril
[email protected]The cake was delicious! I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it. The frosting was a little too sweet for me, but overall it was a great cake.
Elihle Boitumelo
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my friends loved it. It was a beautiful cake and I would definitely make it again for a special occasion.
Nethum Gethmuka
[email protected]I love coconut and this cake did not disappoint! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect complement.
God is Here
[email protected]This cake is so good! The coconut flavor is perfect and the cake is so moist. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Stefan Muyonga
[email protected]The cake was a little dry, but the frosting was amazing. I would make it again, but I would add more moisture to the cake batter.
Maria Mena
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! It was a delicious and impressive dessert.
Faruk Abdullahi
[email protected]This coconut layer cake was a hit at my party! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and perfectly sweet. I will definitely be making this again.