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Raspberry Coconut Snowball Cake

A fluffy and moist cake balanced with sweet raspberries and rich coconut, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water or milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and airy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla and almond extract. Mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, starting and finishing with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the raspberries and shredded coconut into the batter.
Baking
  1. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. Mix powdered sugar with water or milk until reaching a spreadable consistency.
  2. Spread frosting generously over the top of one layer, add the second layer, and continue frosting the top and sides.
  3. Finish with an extra sprinkle of shredded coconut.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or freeze un-frosted layers for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before frosting.