Fluffy Coconut Cream Cake Squares
Fluffy Coconut Cream Cake Squares
Light, moist, and filled with tropical flavor, these coconut cream cake squares are a dream come true for coconut lovers. The cake is ultra-soft thanks to rich coconut milk, and it’s topped with a cloud-like whipped cream frosting and a generous layer of shredded coconut. A delightful treat for any celebration or casual gathering.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | ½ cup (1 stick) |
| Granulated sugar | 1 ½ cups |
| Large eggs | 3 |
| Coconut milk | 1 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Shredded coconut | 1 cup (plus more for topping) |
For the Frosting:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 ½ cups |
| Powdered sugar | ½ cup |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Dry Ingredients
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar
In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy and light in color. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 3: Make the Batter
Gradually alternate between adding the flour mixture and coconut milk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of shredded coconut. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
Step 4: Bake the Cake
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
Step 5: Whip the Frosting
In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
Step 6: Frost and Decorate
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with additional shredded coconut. Cut into squares and serve.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cake
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This helps create a smooth, even batter and leads to better texture in the final cake.
- Mix Gently: Once you add the dry ingredients, mix only until everything is combined to avoid a dense texture.
- Boost Flavor: For a deeper coconut flavor, lightly toast the shredded coconut before mixing it in or sprinkling it on top.
- Perfect Whipped Cream: Chill your bowl and beaters before whipping the cream to help it firm up faster and hold its shape better.
