Classic ANGEL FLAKE Coconut Cake

Angel Flake Coconut Cake is a classic American dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of moist coconut cake and creamy whipped cream frosting makes it a crowd favorite at birthdays, holidays, and special occasions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Classic ANGEL FLAKE Coconut Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3040

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coconut milk
• 1 cup Sweetened flaked coconut
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• optional for garnish Maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Fold in the sweetened flaked coconut.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once the cake is cooled, frost it with whipped cream and garnish with maraschino cherries if desired.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 47g16%

Sugars 32g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.