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Coconut Layer Cake with German Buttercream

Recipe by Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person

A light, buttery 8‑inch three‑layer coconut cake filled and frosted with a silky German buttercream, then coated in toasted coconut flakes. The cake uses full‑fat coconut milk, virgin coconut oil, and plenty of butter for a rich flavor without artificial extracts.

MediumAmericanServes 12

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Source Video
2h
Prep
41m
Cook
19m
Cleanup
3h
Total

Cost Breakdown

$13.48
Total cost
$1.12
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Creaming butter and sugar until pale and fluffy
  • Not over‑mixing the batter after adding flour
  • Tempering the egg yolk mixture to avoid curdling
  • Cooling the custard before incorporating butter
  • Leveling the cake layers for even assembly

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oven and pans – use oven mitts.
  • Custard can scorch – stir constantly and keep heat moderate.
  • Egg yolks are raw until cooked – ensure custard reaches a boil.

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