Coconut Cloud Cake: The Ultimate Light & Fluffy Dessert


 

A Heavenly, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Coconut Delight

Imagine biting into a cake so ethereally light it feels like a sweet cloud, with toasted coconut flakes adding the perfect crunch and tropical coconut flavor in every bite. This Coconut Cloud Cake is a showstopping dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make—perfect for birthdays, holidays, or whenever you crave a taste of paradise!


Why You’ll Love This Coconut Cloud Cake

☁ Unbelievably Light & Fluffy – Like eating a sweet, coconut-scented cloud!
🥥 Triple Coconut Goodness – Coconut milk, shredded coconut, and coconut extract.
🍰 Stunning Presentation – Toasted coconut topping makes it look bakery-worthy.
⏳ Easy to Make – No fancy techniques required!


Ingredients

*(Serves 12-16)*

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups cake flour (or all-purpose flour + 2 tbsp cornstarch)

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • 4 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tsp coconut extract

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat for best flavor)

  • ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut

For the Frosting:

  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp coconut extract

  • 1 ½ cups toasted coconut flakes (for decorating)


Step-by-Step Instructions