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A white Coconut Cloud Cake topped with shredded coconut and whipped frosting in a baking dish
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Coconut Cloud Cake

Prep Time50 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 480kcal

Ingredients

  • 2.75 cups cake flour
  • 1.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp sal t
  • 12 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp coconut extract
  • 15 oz cream of coconut
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp coconut extract
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir in 1.75 cups of sugar.
  • Gradually beat in the softened butter using a hand or stand mixer on low speed until the mixture reaches a crumbly, sandy texture.
  • Add the egg whites one at a time, beating after each addition, followed by the whole egg until fully incorporated.
  • In a separate container, whisk together 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp coconut extract.
  • Slowly pour the cream mixture into the dry ingredients while beating on medium-high speed for 3 minutes to aerate the batter.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and immediately use a fork to poke holes across the entire surface of the warm cake.
  • Vigorously shake the can of cream of coconut and pour it evenly over the cake to allow for maximum absorption.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely to room temperature before proceeding with the frosting.
  • In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, 0.5 cup sugar, and the remaining extracts until smooth.
  • Slowly add the 2 cups of chilled heavy whipping cream and beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread the whipped frosting over the cooled cake, top with shredded coconut, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.