Description

This Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake is rich, moist, and packed with tropical flavor. Cream cheese adds tang and tenderness, while shredded coconut and optional coconut glaze elevate the dessert to indulgent heights.

Ingredients

1½ cups (340g) unsalted butter, softened

1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

3 cups (600g) granulated sugar

6 large eggs, room temperature

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp coconut extract (optional but highly recommended)

3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour

½ tsp salt

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Optional Coconut Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp coconut milk or regular milk

¼ tsp coconut extract (optional)

Extra shredded coconut, toasted or plain (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan, or use baking spray with flour.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually add the sugar and beat for 4–5 minutes until light and airy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla and coconut extracts.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the shredded coconut by hand.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 75–85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, coconut milk, and coconut extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake and garnish with extra shredded or toasted coconut.

Notes

Letting the cake rest overnight enhances the flavor.

You can reduce the sugar to 2½ cups for a less sweet version.

Use sweetened coconut for better moisture and sweetness.

Store at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate up to a week.

Freezes well for up to 3 months when tightly wrapped.

Mini bundt cake versions bake in 30–35 minutes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75–85 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 510
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg