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coconut layer cake for bridal shower
Sophia Martinez

Coconut Layer Cake Easy Stunning Recipe Your Heart Will Love

This Coconut Layer Cake is an easy dessert that features soft, moist homemade cake layers paired with a rich coconut frosting cake. Perfectly fluffy and bursting with coconut flavor, this baking recipe is sure to become a favorite for anyone who loves a fluffy coconut layer cake.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 1003
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cake flour (360g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened (113g)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (120mL)
  • 4 large egg whites lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk (240ml)
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (100g)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened (227g)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature (227g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 cups confectioners’ sugar (720g)
  • 2½ cups sweetened shredded coconut (250g)

Notes

  • Using cake strips can help achieve flat even layers; otherwise, bake layers for 23 to 25 minutes, rotating after 15 minutes. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough cakes.