MOUNDS CAKE

Ingredients:

1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz / 432 g), plus ingredients on package

1 1/2 cups shredded sweetened coconut (4.5 oz / 128 g)

1 cup granulated sugar (7 oz / 200 g)

1 cup whole milk (8 fl oz / 240 ml)

1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml)

1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (9 oz / 255 g)

1 cup heavy cream (8 fl oz / 240 ml)

Directions:

Prepare chocolate cake mix as directed and pour into a 9×13 in (23×33 cm) pan.

Bake according to package instructions until set.

Heat sugar and milk in a saucepan over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until dissolved.

Stir in shredded coconut and vanilla, then spread mixture over hot cake.

Warm heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming.

Pour hot cream over chocolate chips in a bowl and let sit 2 minutes.

Stir to form a smooth ganache.

Spread ganache evenly over the coconut layer.

Cool 45–60 minutes until set before slicing.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes (+60 minutes cooling)
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 12
Tips:

For richer coconut filling, add an extra splash of milk if the mixture seems too thick.

Chill briefly for cleaner slices, and store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.