Ingredients
– 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 and 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 sweetened shredded coconut
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– 9-inch round cake pans
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
– Rubber spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial for ensuring a perfectly baked cake! While the oven is heating, I like to prepare my cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. This way, I ensure my delicious creation comes out smoothly once it’s baked. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix them well until everything is evenly distributed. (See the next page below to continue steps…)