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Chocolate Coconut Cake

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A delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate flavor with sweet and chewy coconut, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • Chocolate frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the boiling water until well combined.
  5. Fold in the shredded coconut.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Frost with chocolate frosting before serving.

Notes

Serve at room temperature with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

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