Decadent Snowball Cake

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 5 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened, based on preference)
• 2-3 tbsp heavy cream (to desired consistency)
• Additional shredded coconut for garnishing
• Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans thoroughly.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
6. Evenly divide the batter among the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
8. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
9. Once the cake layers are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese filling on top, add the second layer, and repeat.
10. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated. Add vanilla extract and enough heavy cream for a spreadable consistency.
11. Use the coconut frosting to frost the top and sides of the cake, pressing additional shredded coconut onto the sides and top.
12. Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings or curls.
13. Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before slicing.

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