GREAT-AUNT NOLA'S AWARD-WINNING COCONUT CAKE
Recipe from Mariah Stewarts book "Devlin's Light"
Provided by Sammie Christensen
Categories Cakes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree, then grease and flour 2x 8" or 9" pans (or one 9x13" sheet pan). Add vanilla and coconut extracts to milk and set aside. Sift flour, salt and baking powder together and set aside.
- 2. Cream butter with mixer for 30 seconds, then gradually add sugar and mix on medium speed for 5 minutes. Beat egg yolks and add to butter mixture. Add flour and milk alternately to butter mix, stirring after each addition, until smooth. Stir in coconut.
- 3. With clean, dry beaters, beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Gently fold into batter. Turn into pan(s), baking 25 minutes for 8" round or square pans. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto racks and cool completely before frosting.
- 4. For frosting, soak coconut in milk. Beat butter with mixer on medium for 30 seconds. Add 1/2 of sugar, beat well. Drain coconut and add milk to butter mixture, beating well. Gradually add remaining sugar until desired consistency. Blend in extracts and coconut. Frost cake and cover with as much coconut flakes as the cake will hold.
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Rajkumar Sardar
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I'll have to find a substitute for the pecans.
Dlven Murad
[email protected]This cake looks delicious, but it seems like it might be a bit too sweet for my taste.
Shaif Hossain
[email protected]I'm not sure about the pineapple in the frosting. I might try making it without it.
Elrico Mathese
[email protected]I love that this recipe includes a video tutorial. It's so helpful to be able to see how the cake is made step-by-step.
Manini Mokoena
[email protected]This cake looks like it would be perfect for a special occasion.
George Abonyo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but this cake looks so good that I might have to give it a try.
Emjaylour Shezi
[email protected]This cake is definitely on my to-bake list!
Khudabuxkhoso Khudabuxkhoso
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks delicious.
Ashraf chandio
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already had on hand.
Md Jhgf
[email protected]The instructions were clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner baker like me.
Ssengonzi Johnkennedy
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make! I was able to whip it up in no time.
Olutade Fuja
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best coconut cake he's ever had.
rasaraj tamang
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it. The coconut flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.
Paige Whitehead
[email protected]I've tried many coconut cakes, but this one is by far the best. The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this cake again!
Kritish
[email protected]This coconut cake is a true delight! The flavors and textures are perfectly balanced, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I highly recommend it!