For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of softened butter. If you prefer a smoother icing, you can omit the coconut and pecans altogether. For a stronger coconut flavor, toast the coconut flakes lightly before folding them into the icing. Store leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Let it come to room temperature before using.
Buttercream-Coconut Cake Icing
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS181
Elevate any cake into a tropical delight with this luscious, easy-to-make icing. The perfect balance of creamy buttercream, sweet coconut flakes, and crunchy pecans will transform your dessert into a crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol15 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium37 mg
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Sugar28 g
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Fat17 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 3 mins In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and vegetable shortening until smooth and creamy. Blend in the vanilla extract. (Approximately 3 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar to the butter mixture, beating until well combined. The mixture may appear dry at first, but continue beating until it starts to come together. (Approximately 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Slowly add milk, one tablespoon at a time, to the mixture, beating until you achieve your desired icing consistency. Be careful not to add too much liquid, as this could make the icing too thin. (Approximately 2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Gently fold half of the sweetened coconut flakes into the buttercream icing. This will add a wonderful texture and coconut flavor to the icing. (Approximately 1 minute)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Spread the coconut-infused buttercream icing evenly over your cooled cake. (Approximately 3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle the remaining coconut flakes and chopped pecans over the iced cake. This adds a beautiful finishing touch and a delightful crunch. (Approximately 1 minute)
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Abby Powlowski
Mar 3, 2025I loved the combination of coconut and pecans. It added such a nice texture to the icing.
Dakota Skiles
Oct 1, 2024I substituted almond extract for the vanilla, and it was delicious!
Orlando Torpfriesen
Sep 29, 2024This icing was amazing! It made my cake taste like a tropical getaway!
Hailee Haag
Jun 13, 2024Easy to follow instructions and the icing turned out perfectly! I will definitely be making this again.
Cassandre Kiehn
Dec 1, 2023My kids absolutely loved this icing! It's their new favorite.