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Chocolate Coconut Delight Cake

A rich and moist chocolate cake layered with coconut frosting and topped with shredded coconut, perfect for special occasions.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional Liquid
  • 1 cup boiling water
Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch pans.
  2. Mix dry ingredients, then add wet ingredients and beat until combined.
  3. Stir in boiling water, divide batter into pans, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  4. Cool cakes, then prepare frosting by beating butter and gradually adding powdered sugar, coconut milk, and vanilla.
  5. Assemble cake layers, frost, sprinkle shredded coconut, and chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ensure cakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.