COCONUT LAYER CAKE
"This dessert is my specialty - it's great for wedding or baby showers," offers Marilyn Dick, a field editor from Centralia, Missouri.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., Cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and egg yolks, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; beat into creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Stir in coconut and chopped pecans., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form; fold gently into batter. Transfer to prepared pans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Top with coconut and pecan halves. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (62g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
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Hibo Ali
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed this coconut layer cake. It was easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.
DaVinny Daddi
[email protected]This cake was a little bit dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.
Isaac Reminomick
[email protected]I've never made a coconut layer cake before, but this recipe made it easy. The cake turned out great and my family loved it.
Regina Smith
[email protected]This cake was amazing! I made it for my husband's birthday and he loved it. It was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was perfect.
Marowa Jannat
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but it was still good. I think I'll try making it with less sugar next time.
Alabi Desmond
[email protected]I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. I especially love the coconut frosting.
Josh Bryans
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making it again.
Sujan Ghimire
[email protected]The cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the frosting was delicious.
Simon Nwugo
[email protected]I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for special occasions or just for a sweet treat.
Sierra November
[email protected]This coconut layer cake was a hit at my party! It was moist, fluffy, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. The coconut flavor was subtle and not overpowering.