Description
Experience the tropical bliss of this easy coconut cake made from cake mix boxes. Its fluffy texture, creamy frosting, and sweet shredded coconut topping create a delightful treat that transports you to sun-kissed shores with every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is simple to prepare and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow or white cake mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- Frosting of choice (cream cheese or whipped cream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and coconut milk using an electric mixer until well blended.
- Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost as desired once cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla or almond extract to the batter. Experiment with toppings like fresh fruit or toasted coconut flakes to enhance presentation. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.