Description
Sweet coconut bundt cake delivers tropical paradise in each delectable slice. Rich layers of coconut flavor blend perfectly, promising a delightful dessert that transports you to island bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Coconut Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coat a Bundt pan with grease and flour to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cake mix, shredded coconut, vegetable oil, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the cake is fully cooked.
- Let the cake rest in the pan for 10 minutes to stabilize its structure, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, coconut milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until perfectly smooth.
- Incorporate red food coloring, adjusting drops to create the desired pink shade, and modify glaze consistency by adding more coconut milk if needed.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, generously drizzle the pink coconut glaze over the top, allowing it to elegantly cascade down the sides.
- Enhance the cake’s texture and flavor by sprinkling toasted coconut flakes across the glazed surface.
- Add a playful finale with pink or rainbow sprinkles, creating a festive and visually appealing presentation.
- Slice and serve this tropical-inspired Valentine’s Day dessert, ready to delight and impress.
Notes
- Swap out regular milk for dairy-free coconut milk to create a vegan-friendly version of this delightful cake.
- Toast coconut flakes beforehand by spreading them on a baking sheet and baking at 325F for 5-7 minutes to enhance their nutty flavor and crunch.
- Prevent cake from sticking by thoroughly greasing the Bundt pan with butter or cooking spray, then dusting with flour or cocoa powder for extra insurance.
- Adjust glaze consistency by adding powdered sugar to thicken or more coconut milk to thin, creating the perfect drizzle texture for your cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg