INSTRUCTIONS:
- Step 1: Prepare your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Step 3: Add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Step 4: Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and well combined. The batter will be thin. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Step 5: Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Step 6: While the cakes are cooling, prepare the coconut filling. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut until well mixed. Set aside.
- Step 7: To make the chocolate frosting, beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter, beating on low speed until incorporated.
- Step 8: Pour in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat on medium-high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy. Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread the coconut filling evenly over the top of the cake layer.
- Step 9: Place the second cake layer on top of the filling. Use a spatula to spread a generous amount of chocolate frosting over the top and sides of the cake, creating a smooth and even layer. For added decadence, sprinkle additional shredded coconut over the top of the frosted cake.
- Step 10: Chill the Luxurious Mounds Cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the frosting to set. Slice and serve the cake, reveling in the luxurious combination of chocolate and coconut flavors.
The Luxurious Mounds Cake is a masterpiece of flavor and indulgence, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake filled with sweet coconut and topped with rich chocolate frosting. With its decadent ingredients and elegant presentation, this cake is sure to impress at any gathering or celebration. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the luxurious taste of the Luxurious Mounds Cake and savor every delicious bite
