Double Layer Coconut Cake Recipe

Coconut cake just got easier.

Double layer coconut cake recipe.

Cut each cake horizontally to make 2 layers. Apply frosting to entire cake. Position racks in the middle and lower third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees f. Grease three 9 inch cake pans line with parchment paper then grease the parchment paper parchment paper helps the cakes seamlessly release from the pans.

Place sugar and butter in a large bowl. Place sugar and butter in a large bowl beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended for about 5 minutes. Combine 2 1 4 cups flour baking powder and salt stirring with a whisk. Coat 2 9 inch round cake pans with cooking spray dust with 1 tablespoon flour.

Sprinkle remaining coconut over top and sides of cake pressing to adhere. Top with second layer of cake. To assemble place one cake layer on a cake stand. A white cake recipe with a coconut twist.

Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment beat the butter and sugar together on. I had some coconut in my fridge that needed to be used and this is what i came up with. Add a large amount of frosting to top and smooth with an offset spatula. Spread one third about 2 3 cup of the coconut sour cream mixture without whipped topping on cut side of 1 layer.

Top with cream cheese icing and a sprinkle of coconut for a cool delicious dessert. Combine 2 1 4 cups flour baking powder and salt stirring with a whisk. Beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended for about 5 minutes. Top with remaining layer cut side down.

If you want a more intense coconut flavor add a teaspoon or two of coconut extract. Spread with 1 1 2 cups frosting. Chill for at least 2 hours and up to a day. Preheat oven to 350 f 177 c.

To add the coconut flakes or shredded coconut to the top and sides of cake place cake stand on a baking sheet to help catch excess coconut. Make a sheet cake instead of a layer cake for a dessert that s as easy as it is delicious. Sprinkle with 1 2 cup coconut. Top with second cake layer.

Place 1 cake layer on a serving platter.