Best 7 White Cake With Coconut Pecan Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our exquisite White Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting, a classic dessert that combines fluffy vanilla cake layers with a luscious frosting made from shredded coconut and crunchy pecans. This delectable cake is perfect for any occasion, from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of creating this masterpiece, ensuring that your cake turns out moist, flavorful, and visually stunning. We'll cover everything from preparing the cake batter and baking the layers to making the coconut pecan frosting and assembling the cake.

Along the way, we'll provide helpful tips and tricks to elevate your baking experience. Learn how to achieve the perfect consistency for your cake batter, how to prevent your layers from becoming dry, and how to create a smooth and creamy frosting that will complement the cake perfectly.

But that's not all! This guide also includes variations and additional recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth. Discover how to make a decadent Chocolate Coconut Pecan Cake, a zesty Lemon Coconut Pecan Cake, and a gluten-free version of the classic White Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this guide has everything you need to create a stunning and delicious White Cake with Coconut Pecan Frosting that will wow your family and friends. So grab your apron, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this culinary journey together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COCONUT CAKE WITH COCONUT CREAM FROSTING



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This is it, folks-Southern Living's 2020 White Cake.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Categories     Cakes

Time 3h

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 22

Baking spray with flour
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons, optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon coconut extract
3 cups bleached cake flour (such as Swans Down)
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup whole milk
6 large egg whites
1 cup butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 (16-oz.) pkg. powdered sugar
¼ cup cream of coconut (such as Coco López)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon coconut extract
Leaf green gel food coloring
Super red gel food coloring
Lemon Curd Filling, Cranberry Filling, or Whipped Chocolate Ganache Filling
1 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
2 Peace Dove Cookies (on lollipop sticks or skewers)

Steps:

  • Prepare the Cake Layers: Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat 3 (8-inch) round cake pans with baking spray, and set aside. Beat butter with a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add lemon zest (if using), vanilla, and coconut extract; beat just until combined, about 30 seconds.
  • Sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add to butter mixture alternately with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture, beating on low speed just until combined after each addition.
  • Beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form (don't overbeat, or they will be dry), about 2 minutes. Fold about one-third of beaten egg whites into cake batter; fold in remaining egg whites in 2 additions. Spoon batter evenly into prepared cake pans (about 2 ⅓ cups batter per pan).
  • Bake cakes on middle rack in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted in center of cakes comes out clean, 23 to 25 minutes. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes. Remove cakes from pans; place directly on wire racks. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Prepare the Coconut Cream Frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined, about 1 minute. Increase mixer speed to medium-high; gradually add cream of coconut, vanilla, and coconut extract, beating until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer 3 tablespoons of the frosting to a small bowl; stir leaf green food coloring to reach desired shade of green. Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Transfer 1 tablespoon of the frosting to a separate small bow; stir in super red food coloring to reach desired shade of red. Spoon into a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Let remaining frosting stand, covered, at room temperature until ready to use or up to 1 hour.
  • Assemble the cake: Place 1 layer on a serving plate or a cake stand. Spoon 1 cup Coconut Cream Frosting into a ziplock plastic bag. Snip a ½-inch tip off 1 bag corner. Pipe a ring of frosting just inside the top edge. Spread with half of desired filling (if using the Whipped Chocolate Ganache Filling, spread with 1 cup filling), spreading to edge of piped frosting. Repeat process once with 1 additional Cake Layer, frosting, and filling. Top with remaining layer. (If using ganache filling, reserve any remaining for another use.) Spread cake top and sides with a thin layer of the remaining frosting. Refrigerate, uncovered, 1 hour. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Gently pat coconut around bottom edge of cake and about 1 inch up sides. Sprinkle coconut on top of cake. Pipe green frosting in a garland pattern around sides of cake; pipe red frosting on garland to resemble berries. Insert Peace Dove Cookies into top of cake.

HAWAIIAN SUNSET CAKE



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This three-layer orange cake is pretty enough for company, but it's so simple to fix that you'll find yourself making it all the time. A boxed mix keeps it convenient while the pineapple-coconut filling makes it a crowd-pleaser. -Kara De la vega, Suisun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package white or orange cake mix (regular size)
1-1/2 cups milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin
4 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
FILLING:
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups sugar
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1 cup sour cream
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Additional coconut, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 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., In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, sugar, 3-1/2 cups coconut and sour cream. Set aside 1 cup for frosting. Place one cake on a serving plate; top with a third of the remaining pineapple mixture. Repeat layers twice. , Fold whipped topping into the reserved pineapple mixture. Spread over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with toasted coconut if desired. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

COCONUT PECAN FROSTING II



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This frosting is great on many cakes, not the least of which is German Chocolate Cake.

Provided by AUNT B

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup white sugar
3 egg yolks
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 105.1 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

COCONUT PECAN CAKE



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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

1 (18.25 ounce) package moist white cake mix
1 ¼ cups water
4 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
2 cups shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups shredded coconut
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 teaspoons milk
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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

COCONUT-PECAN FROSTING



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Use this frosting on our Chocolate Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for one 9-inch 3-layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 large egg yolks
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 1/4 cups packed light-brown sugar
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and brought to room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 2/3 cups (7 ounces) sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Combine egg yolks, evaporated milk, and brown sugar in a saucepan. Add butter, and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick, about 10 minutes. Pour through a fine sieve into a bowl.
  • Stir in vanilla, salt, coconut, and pecans. Let cool completely. Frosting can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 day; bring to room temperature before using.

COCONUT PECAN CAKE



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This deliciously different cake won Best of Show when I entered it in the Laramie County Fair. Syrup poured over the hot cake makes the outside crusty and soaks into enhance the flavor.&emdash;Virginia Price, Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups sugar, divided
1 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons coconut extract, divided
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, 2 cups sugar, oil and 2 teaspoons extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to egg mixture alternately with buttermilk just until moistened. stir in coconut and pecans. , Spoon into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the water, butter and remaining sugar. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; add remaining extract. , Slowly pour hot syrup over hot cake. Cool in pan for 4 hours before removing to a serving plate. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 32g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

WHITE CAKE WITH COCONUT, PECAN AND CHOCOLATE CHIP FROSTING



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Provided by Danny Murry

Categories     Cake     Chocolate     Dessert     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Coconut     Pecan     Birthday     Bon Appétit     New York     Small Plates

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

For cake
1 2/3 cups sugar
2/3 cup solid vegetable shortening
3 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups self-rising flour
For frosting
1 5-ounce can evaporated milk
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
3 large egg yolks, beaten to blend
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups flaked sweetened coconut
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Make cake:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Using electric mixer, beat sugar and vegetable shortening in large bowl to blend. Beat in eggs and egg whites, then milk and vanilla extract. Add flour and beat just until blended. Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool cake in pan.
  • Make frosting:
  • Combine first 6 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Whisk constantly over medium-low heat until butter melts and mixture thickens (do not boil), about 10 minutes. Stir in pecans and coconut. Cool until frosting is thick enough to spread but is still warm, about 40 minutes.
  • Spread warm frosting over cake in pan. Let cool completely. Sprinkle chocolate chips over cake, pressing gently to adhere. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the cake batter come together smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will incorporate air into the batter, making the cake light and airy.
  • Gradually add the eggs one at a time: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: Overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you don't have coconut extract, you can use vanilla extract instead: The flavor will be slightly different, but the cake will still be delicious.
  • For a richer frosting, use heavy cream instead of milk: The frosting will be thicker and creamier.
  • If you don't have pecan halves, you can use chopped walnuts or almonds instead: The frosting will still be delicious.

Conclusion:

This white cake with coconut pecan frosting is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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