Double Layer Coconut Cake Recipe
If you want a more intense coconut flavor add a teaspoon or two of coconut extract.
Double layer coconut cake recipe. Preheat oven to 350 f 177 c. Make a sheet cake instead of a layer cake for a dessert that s as easy as it is delicious. A white cake recipe with a coconut twist. 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.
Apply frosting to entire cake. Position racks in the middle and lower third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees f. Coat 2 9 inch round cake pans with cooking spray dust with 1 tablespoon flour. Add a large amount of frosting to top and smooth with an offset spatula.
Chill for at least 2 hours and up to a day. Whisk the cake flour baking powder baking soda and salt together set aside. Cut each cake horizontally to make 2 layers. I had some coconut in my fridge that needed to be used and this is what i came up with.
Spread remaining frosting on top and sides. Sprinkle with 1 2 cup coconut. Combine 2 1 4 cups flour baking powder and salt stirring with a whisk. Top with second cake layer.
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. To assemble place one cake layer on a cake stand. Coconut cake just got easier.
Place sugar and butter in a large bowl. Spread with 1 1 2 cups frosting. Place 1 cake layer on a serving platter. Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment beat the butter and sugar together on.
Spread one third about 2 3 cup of the coconut sour cream mixture without whipped topping on cut side of 1 layer. 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. Top with cream cheese icing and a sprinkle of coconut for a cool delicious dessert. Top with remaining layer cut side down.
Sprinkle remaining coconut over top and sides of cake pressing to adhere.