Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Baking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually beat in 4 large eggs and then add 2 egg yolks until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and 1 cup of whole milk to the mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Gently stir in 1 tablespoon each of vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Cool the cakes for 10 minutes in the pans, then turn them out onto wire racks.
- Whip together 8 oz of mascarpone cheese and ½ cup of softened butter, add 3 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread frosting between the cooled cake layers and frost the top and sides of the whole cake.
- Chill frosted cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting.
- Mix sweetened flaked coconut with green food coloring, sprinkle on top, and arrange robin egg candies for decoration.
- Allow the cake to reach room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting. Sift powdered sugar for a smooth frosting.
