Coconut Cream Layer Cake

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Serving: Makes 8 (1-wedge) servings.

A basic yellow cake topped with cream cheese frosting and coconut flakes.

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Ingredients

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.

2. In a large bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat cream cheese until fluffy.

3. Add butter and beat until well blended. Add confectioners sugar, coconut milk and vanilla and beat until well blended.

5. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.

6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.

7. Spread coconut on a rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring once or twice, for 5 to 10 minutes or until golden; set aside and let cool completely.

8. Prepare and bake cake mix as directed on package for two 8-inch round cakes; set aside and let cool completely.

9. Remove one cake layer from the pan and place on a serving dish; frost the top of the cake.

10. Top with the other cake layer and frost the top and sides.

11. Sprinkle the top and sides evenly with the toasted coconut.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories: 503 (Calories from Fat: 216)
Total Fat: 24g (Saturated Fat: 13g)
Protein: 5g
Total Carbohydrates: 66g (Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 14g)
Cholesterol: 37mg
Sodium: 606mg