3 Day Sour Cream Coconut Cake Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly moist and flavorful 3-Day Sour Cream Coconut Cake! Perfect for special occasions, this make-ahead recipe lets you enjoy a truly unforgettable dessert. The sour cream and coconut create a heavenly combination that intensifies over three days in the refrigerator, resulting in an unbelievably delicious cake. Prepare it ahead of time and wow your guests with this show-stopping masterpiece!

Prep Time 120 mins
Cook Time 4365 mins
Calories 461.1 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
3 Day Sour Cream Coconut Cake

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for 3 Day Sour Cream Coconut Cake

  • White Cake Mix
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • Light Sour Cream
  • Flaked Coconut
  • Cool Whip Lite

How to Make 3 Day Sour Cream Coconut Cake

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup sour cream, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them or lining them with parchment paper. Bake two 9-inch layers according to your favorite cake mix instructions (or use your own recipe).
  3. Once the cakes are completely cool, carefully level the tops with a serrated knife. Then, slice each layer horizontally to create four layers total.
  4. Reserve about 1 cup of the refrigerated sour cream coconut mixture. Spread the remaining mixture evenly between the cake layers.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat 2 cups of cool whipped topping (such as Cool Whip) until smooth. Gently fold in the reserved 1 cup of sour cream coconut mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the whipped topping mixture.
  7. Cover the cake tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 days before serving. This allows the flavors to fully develop and create an exceptionally moist and delicious cake. Trust us, it’s worth the wait!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

221g

Fat

63g

Carbs

23g