This Coconut Cream Cake is rich, fluffy, and bursting with coconut flavor. Topped with creamy frosting and shredded coconut.
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 🍞 1 box white cake mix
- 🥛 1 cup coconut milk
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🥄 1 tsp coconut extract
For the Filling:
- 🥛 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 🥥 1 cup coconut milk
- 🥄 1 tsp coconut extract
For the Frosting:
- 🧁 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 🍬 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🥥 1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, coconut milk, melted butter, eggs, and coconut extract. Beat until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Filling:
- In a small saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and coconut extract. Heat gently, stirring, until well combined.
- Poke holes all over the top of the cooled cake with a skewer or fork. Pour the filling mixture evenly over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
3️⃣ Prepare the Frosting:
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
4️⃣ Frost the Cake:
- Spread the whipped cream frosting evenly over the cake.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut generously over the top and sides of the cake.
5️⃣ Chill & Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Slice and serve this tropical masterpiece to your guests! 🍴
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Tropical Flavor: Creamy coconut in every bite.
- Moist & Decadent: Sweet milk filling ensures a luscious texture.
- Perfectly Fluffy: Light whipped cream frosting balances the richness.
Indulge in this Coconut Cream Cake and transport yourself to a sweet, tropical paradise! 🥥✨🍰