Ingredients
Cake:
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
4 eggs
1 tablespoon coconut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/3 cups unsweetened, full-fat coconut milk (not quite a full 14 ounce can)
food coloring
Buttercream:
2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup shortening
6 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons meringue powder
1 tablespoon clear vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons cream or milk, if needed
food coloring
Preparation
