Patience Coconut Cake Recipe

This Patience Coconut Cake is worth the wait! My stepmother always makes two – it disappears that fast! A luxuriously moist coconut cake, made with a creamy sour cream filling and topped with cool whip and toasted coconut. This recipe requires patience (hence the name!), taking about two days to prepare, but the result is an unforgettable treat. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 2910 mins
Cook Time 2910 mins
Calories 12672.9 kcal
Protein 252g
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Ingredients for Patience Coconut Cake

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How to Make Patience Coconut Cake

  1. Combine 16 ounces (1 cup) sour cream, 16 ounces (2 cups) shredded sweetened coconut, and 2 cups powdered sugar in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  2. Prepare your favorite two-layer cake mix according to package directions, baking in two 9-inch round pans. Let the cakes cool completely.
  3. Once the cakes are completely cool, carefully split each layer horizontally to create four cake layers.
  4. Spread half of the chilled sour cream mixture evenly between the cake layers. Gently stack the layers.
  5. Frost the entire cake with cool whip.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 16 ounces (2 cups) of shredded sweetened coconut over the top of the frosted cake.
  7. Refrigerate the cake for at least another 24 hours to allow the flavors to fully develop and the cake to set. This step is crucial for the best texture and taste!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

179 g

Sugar

2593g

Fat

3730g

Carbs

322g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Patience Coconut Cake?

Patience Coconut Cake takes about 5820 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2910 minutes to prepare and 2910 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Patience Coconut Cake?

Patience Coconut Cake has approximately 12672.9 calories per serving, with about 252 g protein, 322 g carbohydrates and 1510 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Patience Coconut Cake?

The key ingredients for Patience Coconut Cake are Sour Cream, Coconut, Powdered Sugar, Cool Whip, White Cake Mix, Egg Whites. See the full list with measurements above.

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