COCONUT-MINT CHOCOLATE CAKE
You can't go wrong with this one-of-a-kind chocolate cake from Jess Apfe of Berkeley, California. The moist cake, creamy mint filling and luscious frosting are sure to win nods of approval.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda; add to egg mixture alternately with coffee, beating just until combined., Pour into two 6-in. round baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Beat in cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in the coconut, extract and food coloring if desired. Spread between cake layers., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat the butter, confectioners' sugar and cocoa until fluffy. Add the cream, chocolate and extract; beat until smooth. Frost top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with coconut. Store in the refrigerator.
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Al-amin Sagor
[email protected]This cake was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was worth the effort. It's absolutely delicious!
Tahir Rashid
[email protected]I've never made a cake with mint before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a unique and delicious flavor combination.
Naash Lucio
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday, and she loved it! It was the perfect combination of sweet and minty.
Dk J
[email protected]This is the perfect cake for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Beverly Bailey
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but this cake is still delicious. The mint and chocolate flavors really shine through.
Fred Okello
[email protected]This cake looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.
Awara Pan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cake didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked. I think I might have overbaked it.
Sibghatullah Zafarzai
[email protected]The cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste, but that's just a personal preference.
Monica Lyons
[email protected]This recipe is definitely a keeper! I've made it twice now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
JD Asif
[email protected]I love this cake! It's so moist and flavorful. I especially love the mint chocolate ganache. It's the perfect finishing touch.
Opiyo Florence
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of coconut, mint, and chocolate is divine. I received rave reviews from my guests, and they all asked for the recipe.