Best Coconut Sour Cream Torte Recipes

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CHOCOLATE & COCONUT CREAM TORTE



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My grandmother passed this recipe down to me years ago and now I make it for my own grandchildren. When preparing, make sure the chocolate layer is properly chilled before adding the next layer, or the coconut will sink into it. -Jason Purkey, Ocean City, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted
8 ounces dark baking chocolate, chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
FILLING:
1 can (13-1/2 ounces) coconut milk
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons cold water, divided
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix wafer crumbs and butter. Press onto bottom and 2 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan., Place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; let stand 5 minutes. Stir with a whisk until smooth. Pour over prepared crust. Refrigerate 1 hour., In a large saucepan, combine coconut milk, coconut and sugar; bring just to a boil. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl, reserving strained coconut; return coconut milk mixture to saucepan. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth; stir into coconut milk mixture. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk egg and egg yolk. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg mixture; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat., In a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin over remaining cold water; let stand 1 minute. Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds. Stir and let stand until gelatin is completely dissolved, 1 minute. Whisk gelatin mixture into coconut milk mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour, whisking every 15 minutes., In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form; fold into coconut milk mixture. Spoon reserved strained coconut into prepared crust. Spread filling over coconut. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight before serving., Remove rim from pan. Top with toasted coconut.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Fat 49g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY SOUR CREAM COCONUT CAKE



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If you love coconut, then this cake is one you'll make over and over again.

Provided by The Southern Lady

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 15.25 ounce box classic white cake mix with pudding in the mix
4 tablespoons butter (melted)
3 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 cup sweetened flaky coconut
3 cups powdered sugar
1 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon coconut extract
2 to 3 tablespoons milk
1 cup sweetened flaky coconut

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients except coconut with mixer. Fold in coconut with spoon. Spray a 9 x 13 baking pan with cooking spray. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes checking center to make sure it is done as ovens vary.

COCONUT CAKE SUPREME



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I make most cakes from scratch, but during the holiday rush, this recipe that starts with a mix buys me some time. Most eager eaters don't suspect the shortcut when you dress up the cake with fluffy coconut filling and frosting. -Betty Claycomb, Alverton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
2 cups sour cream
2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Fresh mint leaves and red gumdrops, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake according to package directions in two 9-in. round baking pans. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , For filling, in a large bowl, combine sour cream and sugar. Stir in coconut (filling will be soft). Set aside 1 cup of filling for frosting. , Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with a third of the filling. Repeat layers twice. Top with the remaining cake layer. , Fold reserved filling into whipped topping; frost cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Garnish with mint and gumdrops if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 18g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (59g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

COCONUT CREAM TORTE



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"This three-layer cake is rich and yummy," says Carol Barton from Bowling Green, Kentucky. Sour cream is the secret ingredient in the creamy frosting that's chock-full of coconut and pecans. "If you fix this dessert a day ahead, it tastes even better," she adds. "Just cover and refrigerate it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
2 cups sour cream
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, coconut, pecans and sugar. , Place one cake on a serving platter; spread with a third of the sour cream mixture. Repeat layers twice. Store in the refrigerator.

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COCONUT SOUR CREAM CAKE



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A simple white cake with a sour cream coconut frosting. A light, refreshing dessert.

Provided by Donna West

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     White Cake

Time 45m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups sour cream
1 ¾ cups white sugar
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Grease and flour two 9 inch pans. Prepare cake mix as directed by manufacturer, adding almond extract. Bake according to instructions on package. When cake is cool, remove from pans and cut in half, horizontally.
  • To make the filling, mix together the sour cream and sugar in a medium sized bowl. stir in 1 1/2 cups of the coconut. reserve 1 cup of this mixture and spread the rest between the cooled cake layers. Fold whipped topping into the remaining filling, frost the outside of the cake. Sprinkle the remaining coconut over the top of the frosted cake.
  • Refrigerate from 1 to 3 days before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.4 calories, Carbohydrate 67.7 g, Cholesterol 14.5 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 297.9 mg, Sugar 56.2 g

COCONUT-FILLED NUT TORTE



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This beautiful torte is loaded with five different kinds of nuts, a coconut filling and plenty of cream cheese frosting. "I loved dreaming up this cake, because my family enjoys desserts and nuts," shares Callie Moore, from Preston, Connecticut.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 25

2/3 cup shortening
1-2/3 cups sugar
5 egg whites
1 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts
FILLING:
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
3/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup each chopped hazelnuts, pecans and walnuts
FROSTING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
Pecan halves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg whites and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Fold in almonds and hazelnuts., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks., In a large saucepan, combine the evaporated milk, sugar, butter and egg yolks. Cook and stir over medium heat for 10-12 minutes until mixture reaches 160° or is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Stir in coconut and nuts. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, beat the butter, cream cheese and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar. Beat in milk until light and fluffy. Spread filling between cake layers. Frost top and sides of cake. Garnish with pecans if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692 calories, Fat 37g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CREAMY COCONUT DESSERT



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Field editor Deanne Richter of Elmore, Minnesota comments, "This refreshing dessert satisfies the sweet tooth. My sister gave me the recipe years ago."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
4 cups cold 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons coconut extract
3 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in the pecans. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread over the crust. , In another large bowl, whisk the milk, extract and pudding mixes for 2 minutes; let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in 1-1/2 cups coconut. Spread over cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining whipped topping. Toast remaining coconut; sprinkle over top. Refrigerate overnight.

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