This luscious Thai-style coconut cake actually melts-in-your-mouth with its velvety fluffy base and super light and airy whipped cream topping. You can make the cake right from the scratch but this recipe takes advantage of instant cake mix as a short cut to the original method.

The base of this supremely moist cake is a store-bought cake mix. Liven it up with creamy coconut filling and a subtle rum syrup. Top your cake with mounds of decadent meringue and more shredded coconut. It takes a little more time, but it is worth the wait!

This luscious red velvet cake is loaded with southern charm veiling a secret ingredient that’s no more secret “coffee”. This secret ingredient isn’t usual for a red velvet cake though but it really perks up the chocolate flavor. If you have a flavored coffee like vanilla or chocolate that’s awesome, otherwise plain does a great job too. A must-try among our other smart southern recipes!

Transport yourself to the beaches with this famous Jamaican dessert, full-flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, lime zest, vanilla and loads of coconut. Conclude a special Jamaican feast with this crowd-pleaser luscious coconut cake.