Coconut Coffee Cake Recipe

Get ready to wow your taste buds with this unexpected twist on a classic coffee cake! Imagine moist, coconut-pineapple cake bursting with a creamy, dreamy cheese soup filling – a secret ingredient that will leave everyone guessing. This incredibly easy recipe, inspired by the Carriage House Bed and Breakfast Inn in California, is perfect for a quick snack or delightful dessert. Grab a slice (or two!), it's that irresistible. #coconutcoffeecake #cheesecake #secretingredient #bakedgoods #easyrecipe #californiarecipe #coffeecakerecipe #desserts

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 260.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Coffee Cake

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How to Make Coconut Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cheese soup, 1/2 cup water, 2 large eggs, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
  3. Beat with an electric mixer until thoroughly combined.
  4. Stir in 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained), and 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts recommended).
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
  8. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

80g

Fat

27g

Carbs

11g