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

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

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.