Coconut Cloud Cake Fluffy (Print Format)

Light, fluffy coconut cake with creamy whipped frosting, perfect for dreamy dessert lovers.

# Ingredients:

→ Cake

01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 2 cups granulated sugar
06 - 4 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon coconut extract
09 - 1 cup coconut milk

→ Frosting

10 - 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
11 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
12 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 1 teaspoon coconut extract

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
03 - Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and coconut extract.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with coconut milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
05 - Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans. Divide batter evenly between the pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
06 - Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
07 - In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
08 - Spread frosting between the cooled cake layers, then frost the top and sides. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded coconut.
09 - Slice and serve the coconut cake chilled or at room temperature.

# Tips:

01 - For a more intense coconut flavor, lightly toast shredded coconut and sprinkle over the frosting.