Coconut White Chocolate Cake
This Chocolate White Chocolate Cake is an absolute crowd-pleaser! The cake itself is incredibly moist, rich, and decadent. Made of white chocolate and coconut, it has a perfect balance of flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
The best part about this cake is that it’s surprisingly easy to make. You don’t have to be a professional baker to achieve bakery-worthy results.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this cake promises to deliver satisfaction and joy with every bite.
- Coconut lovers will rejoice at the combination of white chocolate and coconut in this cake.
- It’s perfect for beginner bakers looking to impress their friends and family with a delicious dessert.
🛒Ingredients
While this list of ingredients may seem a little long, most of these ingredients are simple and you most likely already have most of them on hand. So, you don’t want to worry about spending at lot of money at the store to make this sweet treat.
- flour
- baking powder
- salt
- sugar
- butter
- eggs
- sour cream
- vanilla
- coconut extract
- white chocolate chips
- sweetened coconut flakes
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- heavy cream
- sweetened coconut flakes
🔪 How to Make Coconut White Chocolate Cake
Making this cake is very easy. Just follow the step-by-step directions and you will have a homemade cake recipe that your whole family will enjoy in no time at all.
Step 1: Make the dry ingredients
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. And, then in a small bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Set aside.
Step 2: Mix the wet ingredients
In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time until well incorporated. Add in the sour cream and extracts and beat until smooth.
Step 3: Finish the batter
Add the dry ingredients and mix. Stir in the chocolate chips and the coconut flakes.
Step 4: Prepare your baking dish
Spray a bundt pan using a cooking spray containing flour. This is vital if you want your cake to release cleanly.
Step 5: Bake the cake
Pour the batter into the pan and place in the oven to bake for 60 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean. Set on a cooling rack for 10 minutes before turning out the cake to finish cooling.
Step 6: Frost the cake
To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together. Add in the extracts, powdered sugar, and heavy cream and beat until smooth.
📝Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe and make it your own? Here are some ways that you can do that!
- For those who adore nuts, mixing in a handful of chopped almonds or pecans provides a delightful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the coconut beautifully.
- Try substituting the white chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips can offer a richer chocolate flavor.
- Top the cake with cherries or sliced strawberries for a fruity twist.
Are you looking for another easy and delicious coconut cake recipe? If so, check out this Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake recipe.
🥄 Equipment
You will need the following tools to make this delicious Coconut White Chocolate Cake:
- bundt cake pan
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- cooling rack
🥫 Storage
- Room Temperature: Once completely cooled, you can store the frosted cake under a cake dome or airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. This will keep it moist and prevent it from drying out.
- Refrigerating: If you prefer to keep your cake a bit longer, refrigerate it. Place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap to avoid absorbing any fridge odors. It can last in the fridge for up to 5 days. Remember to bring it to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.
- Freezing: For long-term storage, the unfrosted cake can be wrapped in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before frosting and serving.
Serve With
This moist cake pairs perfectly with your favorite Easter recipes such as this Honey Pineapple Glazed Ham, or these baked beans, and cheesy baked asparagus.
💭 Tips
These are a few of our best tips to help ensure that this delicious white chocolate cake turns out perfectly for you when you make it.
- Ensure your ingredients, especially butter, eggs, and sour cream, are at room temperature to achieve a smooth, homogenous batter.
- Be careful not to overbeat the cake batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
- For the coconut flakes, lightly toasting them before adding them can enhance their flavor and add a subtle crunch to your cake.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes, it is believed that Elvis Presley loved white chocolate coconut cake and even had a version of it served at his famous Graceland Mansion.
A bundt cake is considered done when it pulls away slightly from the sides of the pan, and a skewer or knife inserted into the thickest part of the cake comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
Yes, allowing the cake to cool before flipping the bundt cake pan is crucial. You should leave it to rest on a cooling rack for approximately 10 minutes after taking it out of the oven. This cooling period helps the cake to set and gently pull away from the edges of the pan, making it easier to remove without breaking.
🍽 More Coconut Recipes
Do you enjoy coconut recipes? If so, give these recipes a try next time:
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Coconut White Chocolate Cake
Equipment
- bundt cake pan
- mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ½ cup butter softened
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
Frosting
- ¼ cup butter softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 ⅔ cups sweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a small bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time until well incorporated. Add in the sour cream and extracts and beat until smooth. Add the dry ingredients and mix. Stir in the chocolate chips and the coconut flakes.
- Spray a bundt pan using cooking spray containing flour. This is vital if you want your cake to release cleanly. Pour the batter into the pan and place in the oven to bake for 60 minutes, or until a knife comes out cleanly. Set on a cooling rack for 10 minutes before turning out the cake to finish cooling.
- To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together. Add in the extracts, powdered sugar and heavy cream and beat until smooth.
- Once the cake has completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting over the entire cake. Gently press the remaining coconut flakes into the frosting to cover the entire cake. Slice and enjoy!
