Coconut Cake with Seven-Minute Frosting is a classic Southern dessert known for its soft, tender cake layers and fluffy marshmallow-like frosting. The frosting is whipped over simmering water until light, glossy, and airy, then covered with sweet shredded coconut for a beautiful finish.
⏱️ Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour
- Servings: 10–12
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup coconut milk (or whole milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
For the Seven-Minute Frosting
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 2 egg whites
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish
- 1–1½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg Whites
Beat in the egg whites one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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5. Combine Ingredients
Add the dry ingredients alternately with coconut milk, mixing gently.
Stir in vanilla, coconut extract, and shredded coconut.
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6. Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool completely.
🍥 Making the Seven-Minute Frosting
- In a heatproof bowl, combine sugar, egg whites, water, and cream of tartar.
- Place the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water.
- Beat with a hand mixer continuously for about 7 minutes, until thick, glossy, and fluffy.
- Remove from heat and beat in vanilla extract.
🎂 Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of frosting on top.
- Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut over the entire cake.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with fresh pineapple or berries.
- Pair with tea or coffee.
- Chill slightly for easier slicing.
💡 Tips & Variations
Toast the coconut:
Lightly toast the coconut for a deeper flavor.
Extra coconut flavor:
Brush the cake layers with a little coconut milk syrup.
Storage:
Store covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 3 days.
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