Southern Coconut Cake Credits owner @homemade_addict2 Ingredients For the Cake: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt,1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups granulated sugar 4 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon coconut extract 1 cup coconut milk (or whole milk) 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut For the Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened,4 cups powdered sugar,1 teaspoon vanilla extract,1 teaspoon coconut extract 2-3 tablespoons coconut milk (or regular milk, to thin the frosting) 1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut (for topping) Instructions Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla and coconut extracts. Alternate Dry Ingredients and Milk:Add the flour mixture in thirds, alternating with the coconut milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.Fold in the shredded coconut. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Prepare the Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well. Add the vanilla extract, coconut extract, and 2 tablespoons of coconut milk. Beat until fluffy, adding more milk if needed to reach a spreadable consistency. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on top. Add the second layer and repeat, then top with the third layer.Frost the top and sides of the cake, then press the shredded coconut onto the frosting, covering the entire cake. Chill and Serve: #eidrecipes #eidza #southafricahalaal #allrecipes
