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Coconut Frosting
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Coconut Frosting

The addition of this type of frosting to the interior left this cake beyond moist.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut Frosting
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Amanda Rettke

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c white sugar
  • 1/2 c water
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp. coconut extract

Instructions

  • In a double broiler (or a stove top safe glass bowl over the top of a pot of boiling water) combine sugar, water, egg whites, and cream of tartar with electric mixer and whisk attachment until combined, about 30 seconds. Place bowl on top of pan of boiling water (water should only be about 1-2 inches deep) and beat with electric whisk attachment for seven minutes until soft peaks occur. Remove from heat and add coconut extract. Beat for 2 to 3 minutes or more until frosting is spreading consistency