Chocolate Coconut Almond Layer Cake

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Recipe courtesy Sandra Lee, 2007

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8-inch) round store/bakery bought chocolate cake layers
  • 2 (16-ounce) cans chocolate frosting
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup flake coconut
  • 1/4 cup toasted and chopped peanuts

Preparation

Step 1

Cut each cake layer in half horizontally to make a total of 4 layers.

In a medium bowl, stir together chocolate frosting and almond extract.

To assemble cake: Place 1 cake layer onto a cake stand or plate. Spread a quarter of the frosting evenly onto the bottom layer. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of the coconut and 1/4 of the peanuts. Repeat with the remaining 3 layers of cake. Slice and serve.