Hello! Can you believe Spring is finally here??? This post is part of the SPRING HOP I’m doing with 7 other bloggers. Throughout the week our group has shared some Spring ideas & recipes. Today, it’s my turn to share this Classic Coconut Cake – it’s an Easter tradition.
This is probably one of my most favorite cakes – ever! I crave it. I typically only make it twice a year, Christmas & Easter. It’s a recipe from a friend’s Me-maw, that’s Southern for Grandma & let me tell you – Me-maw knows a thing or two about a good cake!
Being that this cake is from an actual cake mix box, it will really surprise you just how good it will take! Above all, what sets this beauty apart is the yummy filling & of course the colored coconut. You can see my “how to instructions” of coloring coconut by clicking here. I thought PINK was perfect for Spring & Easter~!
Here’s the basic recipe for this delicious Classic Coconut Cake – it’s an Easter tradition
First, follow the directions on the back of a yellow cake mix box.
Cool.
Split into 4 layers.
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Second, the irresistible Filling:
2 cup of sugar
16 oz of sour cream
12 oz of frozen coconut – thawed
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Third, set aside about a half cup of coconut to color for the topping
8 oz whip cream for the topping
Mix all of it together & cool in fridge for about an hour. Once cooled take mixture & spread between cake layers. To color coconut follow the instructions here.
Once you have layered the filling in between the cake, cover & top with whip cream & sprinkle your coconut on top. Place a chocolate bunny on top of the cake. You may need some help from tooth picks to keep the chocolate bunny in place.
***You can make this cake up to 2 days ahead of any gathering or planned meal!***
The older the cake is – the better!
Although, it’s extremely hard to wait 2 days…to eat a cake you just made…
Here’s the exact same recipe and Coconut Cake dressed up for the holidays! There’s plain white coconut on top of the whipping cream along with the fun holiday greenery.
You cannot beat this recipe for Classic Coconut Cake – it’s an Easter tradition. But in this case below, it’s also a Christmas tradition. haha!
