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Heavenly White Velvet Cake with Luscious Coconut Buttercream

A delightful and fluffy white velvet cake paired with a luscious coconut buttercream, perfect for any celebration or cozy dessert night.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Heavenly White Velvet Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Luscious Coconut Buttercream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened) Depending on your taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper if desired.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together your flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg whites and vanilla extract, then alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Coconut Buttercream
  1. Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the coconut cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined, then add the shredded coconut.
Frosting and Serving
  1. Frost the cooled cake layers with the coconut buttercream, ensuring to spread evenly on top and sides.
  2. Garnish with additional shredded coconut if desired.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.