Description
A delightful dessert with layers and a unique coconut-pecan frosting, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for frosting)
- 3/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 3 large egg yolks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Carefully stir in boiling water.
- Divide the batter among prepared pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
- For frosting, combine evaporated milk, sugar, butter, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in remaining vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
- Layer the cooled cakes with frosting in between and coat the sides and top as well.
- Serve and enjoy at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer flavor, serve with vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce. Garnish with chopped pecans or chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg