Easy Coconut Cake Recipe – Soft and Moist! Recipe in 5 Minutes

If you’re craving something sweet, tropical, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, this Easy Coconut Cake is the perfect treat! With a soft, moist crumb and rich coconut flavor, it comes together in just 5 minutes of prep time — no complicated steps, no special tools, just pure coconut bliss. Whether it’s for a potluck, family gathering, or a simple weeknight dessert, this cake is always a hit!

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 30–35 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 10–12

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box white or yellow cake mix

  • 1 cup coconut milk (or regular milk for a lighter flavor)

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract (optional but recommended)

  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

For the Coconut Glaze (optional but amazing!):

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

  • ½ cup coconut milk or cream of coconut

For the Topping:

  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

  • 1 cup shredded coconut, toasted or plain

Instructions

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