"Coconut cake recipe with a coconut frosting. Toast the coconut for a little more crunch and flavor...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups sifted cake flour (sift before measuring)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup butter, room temperature
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1 pound powdered sugar
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4 egg yolks, well beaten
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1 cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1 cup shredded coconut
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4 egg whites, well beaten
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Frosting:
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1 cup sugar
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1/2 cup light corn syrup
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3 tablespoons water
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3 egg whites
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
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1 cups grated coconut, toasted if desired