If you like coconut, then you will love this Classic Coconut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. This beautiful cake is three layers tall and is coated in toasted coconut flakes. Once you try a slice of this Southern coconut cake, you will be hooked. This might even become your new favorite cake! This easy Southern recipe is made with sour cream, whole milk, and coconut milk, so it is a rich cake that is packed with plenty of rich flavor. No one will be able to resist this wonderful cake! The cream cheese frosting is also made with toasted coconut flakes and heavy cream, so this cake is full of creamy coconut goodness.
Yields16 slices
Preparation Time40 min
Cooking Time30 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size3 9-inch round cake pans
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nataliegrace
May 15, 2017
Wow, this cake sounds incredible! I love coconut, so I know I would like this recipe. I've never baked with coconut milk before, but I'm excited to try it out!
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