Description
A delightful cake combining rich chocolate, chewy coconut, and caramel flavors, perfect for celebrations or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or a dairy-free alternative)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Chocolate frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- While cooling, prepare a coconut-caramel mixture by combining shredded coconut with caramel sauce.
- Once the cakes are cool, spread the coconut-caramel mixture between the layers and on top of the cake.
- Frost the sides and top of the cake with chocolate frosting.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Add nuts for crunch or substitute cake flavors as desired.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American