Chocolate Coconut Cake

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    12

  • Calories

    394 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Chocolate Coconut Cake

This chocolate coconut cake features a layer of rich chocolate cake topped with a creamy coconut sauce and chocolate frosting. Adapted from All Recipes and Cooking Light.

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Ingredients

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For the chocolate cake:

  • 1 box devil's food cake mix
  • oil, eggs and water as directed on cake mix package
  • cooking spray

For the coconut sauce:

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 15 large marshmallows
  • 3 cups flaked sweetened coconut
  • 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch

For the chocolate frosting:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder sifted
  • 4 1/2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

  1. For the cake: Coat a 9"x13" pan with cooking spray. Prepare the cake mix with the oil, eggs and water in amounts as directed on the box and bake according to package instructions. Cool completely in the pan.
  2. For the coconut sauce: Combine milk, sugar and marshmallows in a medium saucepan, cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until the marshmallows are melted.
  3. Stir in coconut and cornstarch, bring to a boil. Cook one minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and pour the coconut sauce over the cake while it's still warm, then let cool completely before you add the frosting.
  4. For the frosting: Melt butter in a small, heavy saucepan over low heat. Add granulated sugar, milk and cocoa powder, cook for 2-3 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly combined.
  5. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla. Pour over the cake. Add the sprinkles on top while the frosting is still warm. Do not try to spread the frosting with a knife or it will not set properly.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: The entire cake can be made a day in advance.
  • Little Helpers: Sprinkle time! Let your kids do the decorating

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 394kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 64g (21%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 392mg (16%) Potassium 251mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 47g (94%) Vitamin A 120IU (2%) Calcium 83mg (8%) Iron 2.2mg (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 394 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 394kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 64g 21%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 392mg 16%
Potassium 251mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 47g 94%
Vitamin A 120IU 2%
Calcium 83mg 8%
Iron 2.2mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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