Ingredients:

For the Coconut Velvet Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup coconut milk (or regular milk for a variation)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon coconut extract

• 1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut

• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for texture)

For the Creamy Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cups powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or coconut milk for added coconut flavor)

• Pinch of salt