Description
This Soft annd Fluffy Coconut Cloud Cake is light, flavorful, and a delightful treat that captures the essence of tropical ingredients. Its fluffy texture and rich coconut flavor make it a perfect dessert for any occasion, from family dinners to casual gatherings. Serve it at parties or enjoy it as a sweet snack. You can easily make this cake with accessible ingredients and enjoy the smiles it brings!
Ingredients
- Cake Flour (2 ½ cups)
- Baking Powder (2 ½ teaspoons)
- Baking Soda (½ teaspoon)
- Salt (½ teaspoon)
- Unsalted Butter (¾ cup)
- Granulated Sugar (1 ¾ cups)
- Egg Whites (4 large)
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)
- Coconut Extract (1 teaspoon)
- Coconut Milk (1 cup)
- Buttermilk (½ cup)
- Heavy Whipping Cream (1 cup)
- Sweetened Shredded Coconut (½ cup)
- Powdered Sugar (¼ cup)
- Vanilla Extract (½ teaspoon)
- Unsalted Butter (1 cup)
- Powdered Sugar (3 ½ cups)
- Coconut Milk (2-3 tablespoons)
- Coconut Extract (1 teaspoon)
- Pinch of Salt
- Sweetened Shredded Coconut (½ cup, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add egg whites and mix in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with coconut milk and buttermilk until just combined.
- Divide and bake the batter for 23-26 minutes until golden.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form, then fold in shredded coconut.
- Beat softened butter and gradually add powdered sugar, coconut extract, and salt. Adjust consistency with coconut milk.
- Assemble the cake with layers of filling and frosting, then garnish with shredded coconut if desired.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best texture.
If cake layers dome, level them with a serrated knife after cooling.
Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg