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Easy Coconut Sheet Cake: Moist, Fluffy and Perfect for Any Occasion

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Easy Coconut Sheet Cake is a moist and fluffy dessert loaded with coconut flavor and topped with creamy frosting and shredded coconut. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, birthdays, and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a sheet cake pan.
  3. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time.
  6. Mix in vanilla and coconut extracts.
  7. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
  8. Fold in shredded coconut.
  9. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  10. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until done.
  11. Cool completely.
  12. Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and coconut extract until smooth.
  13. Spread frosting over cooled cake.
  14. Sprinkle with shredded coconut.
  15. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature ingredients.
  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Toast coconut for extra flavor.
  • Allow the cake to cool before frosting.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated.

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