Dreamy Coconut Cake Recipe

Indulge in this heavenly Dreamy Coconut Cake! A decadent treat featuring a moist cake infused with creamy coconut milk, topped with fluffy Cool Whip and toasted coconut flakes. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or when you simply crave a taste of paradise. (Best enjoyed in moderation!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 449.8 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dreamy Coconut Cake

  • White Cake Mix
  • Ingredients specified on cake mix box
  • Ingredients specified on cake mix box
  • Ingredients specified on cake mix box
  • Cream Of Coconut
  • 8 oz Cool Whip
  • 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut

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How to Make Dreamy Coconut Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare your favorite boxed cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for 25-30 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 the cake is completely cool, use a wooden spoon or fork to poke numerous holes across the top.
  6. Shake a 13.5 oz can of full-fat coconut milk well.
  7. Slowly pour the coconut milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  8. Once the coconut milk is absorbed, frost the cake with 8 oz of Cool Whip.
  9. Sprinkle generously with sweetened flaked coconut.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

78g

Carbs

15g

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