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Coconut Easter Cake

Decadent Coconut Easter Cake to Sweeten Your Spring Celebrations

Delight in this Coconut Easter Cake, perfect for spring celebrations with a fluffy texture and rich coconut flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Butter Kerrygold is recommended for flavor.
  • 2 cups Sugar No substitution suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt No substitution suggested.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract for variation.
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut Extract No substitution suggested.
  • 4 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for even mixing.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks No substitution suggested.
  • 3 cups Flour King Arthur all-purpose is recommended.
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk is ideal.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Substitute with cream cheese for a tangier taste.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Ensure to sift to remove lumps.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Sweetened Flaked Coconut Baker's brand preferred for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Food Coloring Use cautiously for desired color.
  • 1 cup Robin Egg Candy Substitute with other candy if unavailable.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

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

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cake layers are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting. Sift powdered sugar for a smooth frosting.

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