Description
Heaven on Earth Cake is a luscious, layered dessert featuring light and airy cake layers complemented by a creamy, coconut-infused filling. This cake combines the richness of butter and eggs with the tropical sweetness of coconut flakes and condensed milk, resulting in a melt-in-the-mouth texture that’s perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Cake Flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Creamy Filling
- 1 cup Whipping Cream
- 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 3/4 cup Coconut Flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your cake pans by greasing them lightly and lining with parchment paper to ensure the cakes bake evenly and do not stick.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate air and achieve a smooth texture. Stir in the vanilla extract to infuse aromatic warmth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the cake flour to remove lumps and gently fold it into the wet mixture. Be careful to combine thoroughly without overmixing to maintain an airy batter.
- Prepare the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
- Make the Creamy Layers: While the cakes cool completely, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form, creating a light and stable texture. In another bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with the coconut flakes. Gently fold the whipped cream into this mixture until smooth, ensuring the filling is creamy and evenly combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are fully cooled, place one layer on the serving plate and spread a generous amount of the creamy coconut filling over it. Repeat layering with the remaining cake layers and filling, stacking carefully to maintain the cake’s structure.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set. Just before serving, optionally sprinkle additional coconut flakes on top for a decorative, tropical finish.
Notes
- Ensure cakes are completely cooled before layering to prevent the creamy filling from melting.
- Use unsweetened coconut flakes if you prefer less sweetness.
- You can substitute cake flour with all-purpose flour, but expect a slightly denser cake.
- For a more pronounced coconut flavor, toast the coconut flakes lightly before mixing them into the filling.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
