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Coconut Layer Cake with Buttermilk

Coconut Layer Cake
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A delightful coconut layer cake with creamy frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in alcohol-free vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of shredded sweetened coconut.
  7. Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. To make the frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
  11. Gradually add powdered sugar, a cup at a time, beating until smooth.
  12. Stir in coconut milk and alcohol-free vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
  13. Once cakes are completely cool, frost the layers and top of the cake with the coconut frosting.
  14. Garnish with additional shredded sweetened coconut.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Do not overmix the cake batter to keep the cake tender.
  • For a richer coconut flavor, toast the shredded coconut for garnish before sprinkling.

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