Description
Coconut Cream Dream Cake is a luscious dessert that whisks you away to tropical paradise with each bite. This delightful cake features fluffy coconut-infused layers, enveloped in a creamy coconut frosting, and adorned with toasted coconut flakes. Ideal for birthdays, potlucks, or any celebration, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious—a true crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup coconut cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together butter, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth. Mix in shredded coconut.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; pour into prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For the frosting, whip cream cheese and coconut cream until smooth. Frost between layers and on top; garnish with extra coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize by adding pineapple chunks or macadamia nuts for added tropical flavor. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.