Indulge in a culinary delight with Amy's Cake, a tantalizing treat that promises an explosion of flavors. This delectable cake is a harmonious blend of moist coconut and pecan sponge cake layers, smothered in a velvety cream cheese frosting. The symphony of textures and flavors is sure to captivate your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure indulgence. With three variations of this divine cake, each offering a unique twist, you'll embark on a journey of culinary exploration. The Coconut Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting variation is a classic combination that never fails to impress. For those seeking a tropical paradise in every bite, the Pineapple Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting variation is a vibrant choice. And if you're drawn to the allure of chocolate, the Chocolate Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting variation will fulfill your cravings with its rich and decadent flavor. Prepare to be enchanted by Amy's Cake, a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.
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COCONUT-CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
I wanted a frosting for a coconut layer cake that stood up to a stronger flavor without overpowering it and without being too sweet. If frosting a layer cake, I recommend spreading melted apricot preserves over the center layer, along with some frosting.
Provided by Lilster
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Cream Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the cream cheese and butter in a mixer bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with heavy cream. Beat in the salt, coconut flavoring, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and spreadable. Add additional confectioners' sugar if necessary to thicken the frosting, or more cream to thin. Stir in the coconut. If desired, spoon toasted coconut evenly over frosted cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 108.6 mg, Sugar 26.7 g
COCONUT PECAN CAKE
Delicious coconut pecan cake with cream cheese toasted coconut frosting. Fruitcake
Provided by cookie
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees). Grease and flour two 8 inch round pans or one 9 x 13 inch pan.
- In a large bowl, blend cake mix with the water, eggs, and oil. Beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for 4 minutes. Stir in 2 cups coconut and nuts. Pour into prepared pans.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until done. Cool completely.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine in a skillet. Add 2 cups coconut, and stir constantly over low heat until golden brown. Spread toasted coconut on absorbent paper towel to cool.
- Cream 2 tablespoons butter or margarine with softened cream cheese. Add milk and sugar alternately, beating well. Add vanilla, and stir in 1 3/4 cups of the toasted coconut. Ice the cake, and sprinkle with remaining coconut.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.7 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 306.2 mg, Sugar 44.8 g
PECAN CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
Make and share this Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended.
- Beat at high speed until smooth; stir in pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1040.1, Fat 62.5, SaturatedFat 28.7, Cholesterol 123.4, Sodium 332.7, Carbohydrate 118.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 112.7, Protein 7
COCONUT ITALIAN CREAM CAKE
I'd never tasted an Italian cream cake before moving to Colorado. Now I bake for people in the area, and this beauty is one of my most requested treats. -Ann Bush, Colorado City, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in coconut and pecans., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into batter. Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and enough cream to reach spreading consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with pecans and, if desired, coconut. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CREAM CHEESE COCONUT PECAN POUND CAKE
Another incredible cake from Southern Living (December 2004). Top the cooled cake with sifted powdered sugar or a simple frosting glaze, and maybe a little extra coconut and pecans.
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F
- Grease and flour a 12 cup tube or bundt pan.
- Beat butter and cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
- Gradually add sugar, beating at medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until the yellow yolk disappears.
- Sift together flour and salt; add to butter mixture.
- Beat batter at low speed just until blended after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla, pecans, and coconut.
- Pour batter into a greased and floured 12-cup tube pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean.
- Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 to 15 minutes.
- Remove from pan; cool completely on wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.1, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 187.6, Sodium 353.3, Carbohydrate 76.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 51, Protein 9.1
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This is especially important for the coconut and pecans, which should be fresh and not rancid.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
- Use a cream cheese frosting that is not too sweet. This will help to balance out the sweetness of the cake.
- Decorate the cake with additional coconut and pecans, if desired. This will add a festive touch.
Conclusion:
Amy's Cake is a moist and delicious coconut pecan cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the cake, and the coconut and pecans add a touch of sweetness and crunch. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!
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