"A Southern staple and scrumptious sweet, Louisiana Crunch Cake is truly delightful with its extra-tender texture and wonderful vanilla flavor. Of course, the real treats might just be the simple but splendid vanilla glaze and the crunchy, sweetened coconut on top that lends this cake its name. Southern hospitality has never tasted better than with this Louisiana Crunch Cake!..."
INGREDIENTS
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***For the cake:***
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3 cups cake flour, plus more, to taste, for dusting the pan
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 cup butter, softened
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2 1/4 cups granulated sugar, divided
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1/4 cup sour cream
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup buttermilk
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1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
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***For the vanilla glaze:***
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2 cups powdered sugar
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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4 tablespoons canned evaporated milk
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract