Get ready to treat yourself to a delicious dessert with Duncan Hines® Dolly Parton’s Favorite Southern-Style Coconut Flavored cake! This delightful cake combines the rich essence of coconut with a moist and fluffy texture that makes it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging yourself, this cake is sure to impress. Let’s dive into the details with all the exciting elements you’ll need to create this sweet masterpiece!
Delightful Coconut Cake
This recipe is more than just a cake—it’s a journey through flavors that embodies the unique spirit of Southern baking. The coconut flavor adds a refreshing twist that’s simply irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1 box Duncan Hines® Dolly Parton’s Favorite Southern-Style Coconut Flavored Cake Mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans to ensure the cake comes out easily.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat the mixture with a mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until well blended.
- Stir in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then, remove from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, layer them with the sweetened condensed milk and whipped cream frosting in between. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining whipped cream mixture.
- Finally, sprinkle additional shredded coconut on top for decoration and added flavor.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy every bit of this Southern delight!
This cake is not just dessert; it’s an experience that brings a taste of the South to your home. Whether shared with friends and family or savored alone, the Duncan Hines® Dolly Parton’s Favorite Southern-Style Coconut Flavored cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Happy baking!