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Coconut Fudge Swirl Cake
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Coconut Fudge Swirl Cake

Coconut Fudge Swirl Cake is decadently delicious.  It is a rich, sweet, moist, chocolately, coconuty cake.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 336 kcal
Course: Dessert, Cake
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Coconut Cake
  • 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 stick 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 egg
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut spread Nutella brand
Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1/2 cream cheese 8 ounce package, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk may need to adjust to thin or thicken frosting
  • 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 8 x 8 baking pan with baking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, mix together the butter and sugar.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time until light and fluffy.
  5. Stir in the coconut extract.
  6. Stir in the flour mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.
  7. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and spread until it is evenly distributed throughout the pan.
  8. Drop a tablespoon of Nutella Hazelnut spread on top of each corner of the batter. With a knife, stir the Nutella Hazelnut spread throughout the cake batter to create swirls in the batter.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 30 to 35 minutes.
  10. Let cool for about 15 minutes.
  11. While the cake is baking, make the frosting. In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, butter, and coconut extract. Stir in the powdered sugar. Stir in milk a little at a time until you get the right consistency. Stir in the coconut. After the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly on top of the cake.
  12. To make the chocolate drizzle add the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave safe bowl and microwave for about 30 seconds at a time. Stir until the chocolate is melted and silky smooth. With a spoon drizzle on top of the cake.

Notes

  • Inspired by http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Coconut-Cream-Cake-I/Detail.aspx

Nutrition Information

Calories 336kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 56g (19%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 40mg (13%) Sodium 111mg (5%) Potassium 123mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 43g (86%) Vitamin A 185IU (4%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 336

% Daily Value*

Calories 336kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 56g 19%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 40mg 13%
Sodium 111mg 5%
Potassium 123mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 43g 86%
Vitamin A 185IU 4%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

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