Here’s a delicious Coconut Cherry Cake recipe for you! It combines the tropical flavor of coconut with the sweetness of cherries for a moist, flavorful dessert.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) of yellow cake mix
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped (reserve some for garnish)
- 1/4 cup of cherry juice (from the maraschino cherry jar)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
For the frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (for topping)
- A few maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Directions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the cake batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, shredded coconut, chopped cherries, cherry juice, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
- Mix all ingredients together until smooth and fully combined (you can use an electric mixer or whisk by hand).
- Bake the cake:
- Pour the batter into your prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, and mix until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Frost the cake:
- Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the frosting.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish with a few whole maraschino cherries on top for a festive look.
- Slice and enjoy!
This cake is rich, moist, and perfect for any special occasion or just a sweet treat to enjoy. Enjoy your Coconut Cherry Cake!