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Whether it's a birthday, Easter spread, or a simple spring picnic, nothing says celebration quite like coconut cake. The light, fluffy texture and tropical taste make every bite a sweet reminder of how delicious it is to share with family and friends. We've collected twelve of our best coconut cake recipes, ranging from an old-fashioned layer cake to an enticing gluten-free option. Find your favorite from among these memorable coconut cake recipes.
Italian Four-Layer Coconut Cream Cake
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This decadent cake has is loaded with coconut flavor. Shredded coconut is mixed into the batter, then added to the rich cream cheese frosting for a sweet and wonderfully chewy finish.
Aunt Connie's Coconut Cake
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"This cake was delicious!" raves home cook Stephanie. "Not overly sweet and a wonderful coconut flavor throughout. The cake batter itself was addicting! It made a perfect Easter cake which I brought to my family gathering."
Ultimate Coconut Cake
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A toasted coconut buttercream frosting tops a delightfully soft layer cake for a beautiful and delicious finish. Create this stunning dessert in just under an hour with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Fresh Coconut Layer Cake
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Fresh ingredients make for a moist, tender coconut cake that will be the star of any special occasion. Cream of coconut, coconut milk, and fresh grated coconut combine for a winning recipe. The result is a cake that will wow your guests.
Coconut Sour Cream Pound Cake
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This top-rated recipe takes traditional pound cake to a whole new level. Coconut extract and sour cream work to give each slice serious richness and flavor. Top cooled cake with homemade whipped cream or powdered sugar.
Gluten-Free Coconut Cake
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Going gluten-free shouldn't mean you have to skip dessert. Using walnuts, coconut milk, and gluten-free flour, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. Frost with a simple vanilla buttercream to enhance the light, fresh flavor.
Toasted Coconut-Topped Blueberry Cake
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A toasted coconut crumble adds a unique texture to this to this fruit-studded cake. A sizable dash of cinnamon helps to bring all the fresh and lively flavors together in one unbelievably good bite.
Chocolate Coconut Cream Cake
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Coconut and chocolate go hand-in-hand, and this recipe makes the most of the delicious pairing. An incredibly rich filling made from heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and flaked coconut makes this cake an extra-special treat.
Coconut Poke Cake
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"White cake soaked in sweet creamy coconut milk and smothered in whipped topping and flaked coconut," says recipe creator Leslie. "A real treat for those with a sweet tooth."
Coconut-Rum Cake with Lemon Curd and White Chocolate Ganache
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An incredibly unique spin on standard coconut cake. Tender cake layers are filled with tangy lemon curd, coconut rum pastry cream, and a perfectly sweet white chocolate ganache. This cake will make an impressive display with one-of-a-kind flavor.
Brazilian-Style Moist Coconut Cake
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This melt-in-your-mouth cake consists of a rich sponge soaked in sweetened condensed milk, then topped with lightly toasted coconut flakes. Incredible flavor that makes it nearly impossible to have just one slice.
Coconut Meringue Cake
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A mouthwatering mashup of toasted coconut meringue and butter cake that is sure to please. You can have this pillowy confection baked and ready in just an hour.