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The BEST Creamy Coconut Cake Recipe with Box Cake Mix – Ready in 20 Minutes!

COCONUT CAKE RECIPE
Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Rest Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 55 mins
Servings 12
Calories 606
Best Season Spring
Description

If you’re craving a soft, creamy, and indulgent dessert, this Coconut Cake Recipe is perfect!

Made with a box cake mix, cream of coconut, and sweetened condensed milk, it’s moist, fluffy, and bursting with coconut flavor.

Ready in just 2 hours 25 minutes, this cake is a must-try for coconut lovers!

🥥 Ingredients You’ll Need:
    For the Cake:
  • 1 16 oz) package white cake mix
  • 1 (14 oz) can cream of coconut
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (16 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 (10 oz) package flaked coconut
👩‍🍳 How to Make Coconut Cake with Box Cake Mix
  1. Step 1: Prepare the CakeA slice of moist coconut cake topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes on a white plate.

    Bake the white cake mix according to package instructions in a 9x13-inch pan.

  2. Step 2: Soak the CakeA slice of moist coconut cake topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes on a white plate.

    Once baked, poke holes all over the cake using a fork. Pour cream of coconut and sweetened condensed milk over the top, letting it soak in.

  3. Step 3: Chill & SetA slice of moist coconut cake topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes on a white plate.

    Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour 30 minutes to absorb the liquid and enhance moisture.

  4. Step 4: Frost & GarnishA slice of moist coconut cake topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes on a white plate.

    Spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake, then sprinkle flaked coconut on top.

  5. Step 5: Serve & EnjoyA slice of moist coconut cake topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes on a white plate.

    Slice and serve immediately, or let it chill longer for an even richer flavor!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving) :

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 606kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g44%
Saturated Fat 22g111%
Cholesterol 11mg4%
Sodium 377mg16%
Potassium 289mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 85g29%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 72g
Protein 6g12%

Vitamin C 1 mg
Calcium 171 mg
Iron 1 mg

* Nutrition information is automatically calculated using generic ingredients, and is an estimate not a guarantee. For more accurate results, please refer to the labels on your ingredients at home.