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Coconut Cake with Sour Cream Frosting

This Coconut Cake with Sour Cream Frosting is a tropical delight! Easy to make with a boxed mix and creamy tangy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut, Easy, Frosting, Quick
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 box Golden Butter Cake Mix
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 container (16-oz) sour cream
  • 1 bag (14-oz) sweetened coconut
  • 1 container (12-oz) Cool Whip, thawed

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the Golden Butter Cake Mix and sugar. Add the required ingredients as per the cake mix instructions, typically eggs and water. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  • Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  • While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, combine the thawed Cool Whip and sour cream. Gently fold the mixture together until well combined. You can add a bit of sugar if you prefer a sweeter frosting, but the sweetness from the Cool Whip usually suffices.
  • Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the sour cream frosting evenly over the top. Make sure to cover the cake all the way to the edges for a beautiful finish.
  • Sprinkle the sweetened coconut evenly over the frosted cake, ensuring each slice will have a delightful coconut topping.
  • For the best flavor, let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This will help the flavors meld together beautifully.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling Rack

Notes

  • Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
  • Don’t rush the cooling process; frosting a warm cake can cause the frosting to melt.
  • For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the frosting.
  • Try to evenly distribute the coconut topping for an appealing look.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.