Coconut Cream Dream Cake Recipe

Coconut Cream Dream Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate tropical delight with this Coconut Cream Dream Cake! Layers of moist, coconut-infused cake are layered with a luscious coconut cream filling and topped with a cloud of whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes. This cake is a dream come true for coconut lovers!

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients called for by the mix)
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

For the Coconut Cream Filling:

  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk, chilled overnight
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut, toasted

Instructions:

Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix ingredients, coconut milk, oil, coconut extract, and shredded coconut (if using). Beat according to cake mix instructions.
  3. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Coconut Cream Filling:

  1. Scoop out the thick cream from the top of the chilled coconut milk can, leaving the watery liquid behind (reserve for another use).
  2. In a bowl, beat the thick coconut cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.

Topping:

  1. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  2. Spread coconut cream filling between the two cake layers.
  3. Frost the entire cake with whipped cream.
  4. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the top.

Assembly:

  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread coconut cream filling evenly over the cake layer.
  3. Top with the second cake layer.
  4. Frost the entire cake with whipped cream.
  5. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the top.

Tips:

  • For a more intense coconut flavor, use coconut extract in the frosting as well.
  • To toast coconut flakes, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.

Enjoy your Coconut Cream Dream Cake!

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