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COCONUT CLOUD CAKE

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If you love light, airy cakes with a luscious creamy frosting, then Coconut Cloud Cake is the ultimate dessert for you! This heavenly, fluffy white cake is layered with coconut-infused whipped frosting and topped with sweet shredded coconut, creating a dessert that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups cake flour (or all-purpose flour, sifted)
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 5 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • ¾ cup coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
  • ½ cup sour cream (for extra moisture)

For the Coconut Whipped Frosting:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (for topping)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare the Pans

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.

2. Make the Cake Batter

  • In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Add egg whites, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract and coconut extract.

3. Add the Dry Ingredients & Coconut Milk

  • Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with coconut milk and sour cream.
  • Mix just until combined—don’t overmix!

4. Bake the Cakes

  • Divide batter evenly between the three cake pans.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Make the Coconut Whipped Frosting

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and coconut extract until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.

6. Assemble the Cake

  • Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  • Spread a layer of frosting evenly over the top.
  • Repeat with the second and third cake layers.
  • Frost the entire cake, then press shredded coconut onto the sides and top.

7. Chill & Serve

  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to set.
  • Slice and enjoy the softest, fluffiest coconut cake ever!

Notes

Tips for the Best Coconut Cloud Cake

✅ Use cake flour – It makes the cake lighter and softer than all-purpose flour.
✅ Room temperature ingredients – Helps achieve a smooth, even batter.
✅ Sift the dry ingredients – Creates a fine, airy texture.
✅ Whip the frosting properly – Make sure the whipped cream forms stiff peaks before folding.
✅ Chill before serving – This enhances the flavors and texture of the cake.

  • Author: niold.com

Find it online: https://niold.com/coconut-cloud-cake/