Smith And Wollensky Coconut Cake Recipe
It’s hard to resist a delicious coconut cake! And Smith and Wollensky's version is no exception. This delicious cake is a great addition to any gathering and its flavor will wow any guest. It’s an impressive looking cake, with three layers of white and yellow cake surrounding a creamy coconut filling. Topped with a thick layer of buttercream frosting and toasted coconut flakes, this cake is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
This recipe will make one 9-inch cake.
- White cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- Yellow cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons yellow food coloring
- Coconut Filling:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons yellow food coloring
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 5 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Topping:
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions
White Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla. With the mixer on low, add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Yellow Cake
Repeat the same process as for the white cake, but add the food coloring with the milk and mix until just combined.
Coconut Filling
In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and milk. With the mixer on low, add the coconut and mix just until combined.
Assembling the Cake
Place one white cake layer on a cake stand or serving platter. Spread the coconut filling over the cake layer, then top with the yellow cake layer. Spread the remaining coconut filling over the yellow cake layer, then top with the remaining white cake layer.
Buttercream Frosting
In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter until light and fluffy. With the mixer on low, add the confectioners' sugar in batches and mix until combined. Add the cream and vanilla and beat until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Sprinkle the toasted coconut over the top of the cake.
Nutrition
One slice of Smith and Wollensky Coconut Cake contains 681 calories, 33 grams of fat, 116 grams of carbohydrates, and 7 grams of protein. It also contains 2 grams of dietary fiber, and 73 grams of sugar.
This cake is a great dessert option if you’re looking to indulge a little. But, since it’s a bit high in calories and sugar, it’s best to enjoy it in moderation.
If you’re looking for a healthier alternative, consider making some substitutions. For example, you could use low-fat milk instead of whole milk, and try using some whole wheat flour in place of all-purpose flour. You could also use some low-fat cream cheese in place of the butter in the filling and frosting.
Overall, Smith and Wollensky’s Coconut Cake is a delicious treat that will make any occasion special. With its three layers of cake and creamy coconut filling, you can’t go wrong. So get baking and enjoy!
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