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Coconut Cloud Cake Recipe

Coconut Cloud Cake Recipe

Coconut Cloud Cake is a light, fluffy, tropical dessert layered with creamy coconut frosting and soft white cake. It’s the perfect blend of elegance and comfort, ideal for celebrations or a sweet escape.
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients:

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk

Frosting Ingredients:

  • cups heavy whipping cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract

Topping:

  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut can be toasted or used fresh, based on preference

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining them with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in both the vanilla and coconut extracts.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter, alternating with the coconut milk, mixing just until everything is combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.
  • To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  • Place one cake layer on your serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake. Press the shredded coconut onto the sides and surface to create a soft, cloud-like appearance.
  • Refrigerate the finished cake for at least 1 hour before serving for best texture and flavor.