NEE NEE'S PRIZED COCONUT CAKE
This cake has been a standard in our family for over 40 years. My grandmother made it, taught my mother who taught me, who taught my daughters. This was my grandmother's signature cake and is a staple at all church functions and a must at any family gathering!
Provided by Sherrybeth
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine boiling water to butter and sugar. Cream well with mixer. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together, three times. Add these dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk. Add vanilla. Fold in coconut and beaten egg whites, by hand. Pour into 3 nine-inch cake pans that have been well greased and floured. Bake for 20-25 minutes according to your oven.
- Icing:.
- Combine egg whites, sugar, syrup, water, salt and cream of tartar. Place in double boiler over boiling water. Beat with a hand mixer until mixture stands with "peaks" (approximately 10 minutes). Remove from heat, add vanilla and continue beating until thick enough to spread. Use fresh or frozen grated coconut to sprinkle between each layer along with the icing and sprinkle generously on the top and sides. Keep any leftovers refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.8, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 106.5, Sodium 440, Carbohydrate 101.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 63.8, Protein 6.7
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mzee baba
[email protected]I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't as moist as I expected and the frosting was a little too thick.
Isaiah Hayes
[email protected]This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.
fue ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this cake! The coconut flavor was subtle and the cake was very moist.
Georgia Fortner
[email protected]This cake was delicious! The coconut flavor was perfect and the frosting was so creamy and smooth.
Rabbi Khan
[email protected]I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected.
Mahiuddin Nirob
[email protected]This cake was a little dry, but the frosting was delicious.
MARISA MENDEZ
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Maxine Perez
[email protected]This cake was amazing! I loved the coconut flavor and the frosting was so creamy and delicious.
Toribio Cano
[email protected]I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't as moist as I expected and the frosting was a little too thick.
Ethan Henriquez
[email protected]This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.
Raisha Singhmim
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best coconut cake he's ever had.
IkeJoy Ikechukwu
[email protected]This cake was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved it and I've already had several requests for the recipe.
Bright Smart
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this cake! The coconut flavor was subtle and the cake was very moist.
Princess Withasmile (Princesswithasmile)
[email protected]I've tried a lot of coconut cake recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is creamy and delicious.
Natalia Luemba
[email protected]I was a little disappointed with this recipe. The cake was dry and the frosting was too sweet.
Randy Walsh
[email protected]This cake was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cake was delicious and I got so many compliments on it.
Rohan Das
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit! I love that it's not too difficult to make, and it always turns out perfect.
hamda
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of coconut cake, but this recipe changed my mind! The cake is so light and airy, and the frosting is sweet but not too sweet.
pass Word
[email protected]This is the best coconut cake I've ever had! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is creamy and fluffy.
Marion Eason
[email protected]I'd never made coconut cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and the results were incredible! The cake was moist and fluffy, with a perfectly sweetened coconut flavor.