{"id":7327,"date":"2026-08-29T22:51:41","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T22:51:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=7327"},"modified":"2026-08-29T22:51:41","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T22:51:41","slug":"classic-homemade-coconut-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/29\/classic-homemade-coconut-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Classic Homemade Coconut Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Classic Homemade Coconut Cake<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Get ready to treat your taste buds! This homemade coconut cake is soft, moist, fluffy, and packed with rich coconut flavor. It\u2019s perfect for birthdays, holidays, family gatherings, or a cozy Sunday dessert.<\/p>\n<h3>Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><strong>For the Cake:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>3\/4 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 cups granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li>4 large eggs, room temperature<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon coconut extract<\/li>\n<li>1 cup canned coconut milk, well shaken<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sweetened shredded coconut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the Coconut Frosting:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li>4 cups powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup canned coconut milk<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon coconut extract<\/li>\n<li>Pinch of salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For Topping:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 1\/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Instructions<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Prepare the oven:<\/strong><br \/>\nPreheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. You can also line the bottoms with parchment paper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix the dry ingredients:<\/strong><br \/>\nIn a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream the butter and sugar:<\/strong><br \/>\nIn a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar for about 3\u20134 minutes, until light and fluffy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the eggs:<\/strong><br \/>\nBeat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla and coconut extracts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine everything:<\/strong><br \/>\nAdd the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the coconut milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined\u2014do not overmix.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the coconut:<\/strong><br \/>\nGently fold in the shredded coconut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong><br \/>\nDivide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for approximately 25\u201330 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool completely:<\/strong><br \/>\nLet the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Allow them to cool completely before frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Make the Coconut Frosting<\/h3>\n<p>Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time. Add the coconut milk, vanilla extract, coconut extract, and salt. Beat for 2\u20133 minutes until smooth, fluffy, and spreadable.<\/p>\n<h3>Assemble the Cake<\/h3>\n<p>Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of coconut frosting over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.<\/p>\n<p>Press shredded coconut gently over the top and sides of the cake.<\/p>\n<p>For the best flavor, refrigerate the finished cake for about 30 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips:<\/strong> For an extra coconut flavor, lightly toast some of the shredded coconut before using it as a topping. Make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting so the frosting stays smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n<p>Slice, serve, and enjoy every delicious bite!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Classic Homemade Coconut Cake Get ready to treat your taste buds! 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