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COCONUT CLOUD LAYER CAKE: Discover Its Divine Layers!

COCONUT CLOUD LAYER CAKE
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A light and fluffy coconut layer cake with creamy frosting and shredded coconut topping, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
  • Coconut truffles or coconut balls (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F. Grease and line three 20 cm (8-inch) cake pans.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  4. Add egg whites gradually, then vanilla and coconut extract.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and coconut milk until smooth.
  6. Divide batter evenly and bake 18–22 minutes. Cool completely.
  7. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to stiff peaks.
  8. Assemble cake: layer → cream → repeat.
  9. Frost entire cake and gently press shredded coconut over sides and top.
  10. Decorate with coconut balls if desired. Chill before slicing.

Notes

  • Serve chilled for ultra-clean layers
  • Perfect with coffee or coconut latte
  • Add fresh pineapple or mango on the side
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for best flavor
  • Toast coconut lightly for extra depth
  • Swap whipped cream with mascarpone for a richer bite

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