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Coconut Cloud Cake

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes plus cooling
  • Yield: 10–12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Coconut Cloud Cake is a light and fluffy dessert infused with coconut flavor, topped with whipped frosting and shredded coconut. It's perfect for celebrations or whenever you crave a delicate yet indulgent treat.


Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 egg whites
  • 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp coconut extract
  • 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 cups heavy cream or 1 tub whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in coconut milk, vanilla extract, and coconut extract.
  6. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes completely on wire racks.
  9. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form or use prepared whipped topping.
  10. Frost the cake and sprinkle shredded coconut generously on top and sides.

Notes

  • Add lemon or lime zest for a citrus twist.
  • Fold toasted coconut into frosting for extra texture.
  • Use coconut pastry cream for a richer filling.
  • Cream cheese-coconut frosting can be used for more indulgence.
  • Let cake sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg