Coconut Or Pina Colada Cake Recipe

Escape to paradise with this incredibly moist and delicious Coconut Pina Colada Cake! So easy to make, this recipe delivers a dreamy coconut flavor infused with a hint of tropical sweetness. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a taste of the islands.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 487.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Or Pina Colada Cake

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How to Make Coconut Or Pina Colada Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare your favorite white cake mix according to package directions. Add 1 cup of shredded sweetened coconut to the batter while mixing.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Once cooled, poke deep holes all over the cake using a fork.
  6. In a bowl, gently whisk together 1 (13.5 ounce) can of full-fat coconut milk and 1/4 cup of white rum (optional). Pour this mixture evenly over the poked holes in the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  7. For the icing: In a large bowl, beat 2 cups of thawed cool whip with 1/2 cup of shredded sweetened coconut and 2 tablespoons of white rum (optional) until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the icing evenly over the top of the cake.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the icing to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

127g

Fat

107g

Carbs

15g