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Coconut Cloud Cake

Coconut Cloud Cake: Heavenly Lightness for Any Celebration

Indulge in the Coconut Cloud Cake, a light and airy dessert perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups cake flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Essential for fluffy texture
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use cold for creaming
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Keeps cake moist
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 4 large egg whites Vital for light texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract Intensifies coconut flavor
  • 1 cup coconut milk Opt for full-fat
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream For creamy texture
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens and stabilizes
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Toast for enhanced flavor

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans with butter and flour.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream the unsalted butter, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in vanilla and coconut extract.
  5. Alternately add the flour mixture and coconut milk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with flour.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 28-32 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating heavy cream, powdered sugar, and extracts until stiff peaks form.
  9. Layer the cooled cakes with frosting and toasted coconut, finishing with frosting on top and sides.
  10. Decorate with toasted coconut curls or fresh fruit, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

The Coconut Cloud Cake can be customized with different flavorings or fruit layers. For dairy-free options, alternative ingredients may be used.

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