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Coconut Cake with 7-Minute Frosting

Coconut Cake with 7-Minute Frosting
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This Coconut Cake with 7-Minute Frosting is a beautifully fluffy and deeply moist tropical dessert topped with a light, airy frosting that’s whipped up in minutes. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, this cake is ideal for celebrations or satisfying sweet cravings with its tender crumb and cloud-like frosting.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk, room temperature
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Frosting Ingredients

  • 4 large egg whites
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture alternately with the coconut milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  2. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
  3. Make the 7-Minute Frosting: In a heatproof bowl set over simmering water, combine the egg whites, granulated sugar, and cream of tartar. Using a hand mixer, beat continuously for about 7 minutes until the mixture becomes thick, glossy, and holds stiff peaks with an airy, cloud-like texture.
  4. Frost the Cake: Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of the 7-minute frosting on top. Stack the second cake layer over it and cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting. Optionally, sprinkle additional shredded coconut or toasted coconut flakes on top for extra texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and coconut milk for a smooth and even batter.
  • Mix dry and wet ingredients just until combined to avoid a dense cake.
  • Keep the frosting bowl over warm water while beating to dissolve sugar and stabilize the frosting.
  • Fresh shredded coconut enhances flavor and moistness better than dried varieties.
  • Frost immediately after whipping the 7-minute frosting as it sets quickly.

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Keywords: coconut cake, 7-minute frosting, tropical cake, moist cake, fluffy cake, light frosting, dessert, celebration cake

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