{"id":55308,"date":"2024-03-21T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-21T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=55308"},"modified":"2024-07-17T08:49:12","modified_gmt":"2024-07-17T13:49:12","slug":"louisiana-crunch-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Louisiana Crunch Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Today we\u2019re taking a trip to LA with this Louisiana Crunch Cake, baby! This ain&#8217;t your ordinary, run-of-the-mill, grab-it-off-the-shelf Entenmann\u2019s cake, y\u2019all. It&#8217;s buttery, sweet, and oozing with layers of coconut and vanilla goodness, all wrapped up in a silky-smooth coconut glaze. And for those who wanna make a fruity variation, check out my <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/blueberry-crunch-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blueberry crunch cake recipe<\/a>. It&#8217;s summery and equally delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1.jpg\" alt=\"Louisiana Crunch Cake with slice missing on a white plate with more cake slices and forks in the background\" class=\"wp-image-55386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lemme just say, this Louisiana crunch cake recipe is what every Southern dessert needs to be. It&#8217;s the real deal \u2013 easy to whip up, bursting with incredible flavors, and SO yummy. Just one glance at that sweet glaze and the heavenly, crunchy coconut coating, and you&#8217;ll be swooning. I know the step list might seem a bit daunting, like it&#8217;s fixin&#8217; to be a whole project. But don&#8217;t let it scare you off, boo. It&#8217;s way simpler than it looks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#The_Heart_Soul_Of_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\" title=\"The Heart &amp; Soul Of Louisiana Crunch Cake\">The Heart &amp; Soul Of Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Sweet_Spots\" title=\"Sweet Spots\">Sweet Spots<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Ingredients_To_Make_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\" title=\"Ingredients To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake\">Ingredients To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#For_The_Coating\" title=\"For The Coating\">For The Coating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#For_The_Cake_Batter\" title=\"For The Cake Batter\">For The Cake Batter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#For_The_Glaze\" title=\"For The Glaze\">For The Glaze<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#How_To_Make_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\" title=\"How To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake\">How To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Step_1_Mix_The_Coating_And_Coat_The_Pan\" title=\"Step 1: Mix The Coating And Coat The Pan\">Step 1: Mix The Coating And Coat The Pan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Step_2_Whisk_The_Dry_And_Wet_Ingredients\" title=\"Step 2: Whisk The Dry And Wet Ingredients\">Step 2: Whisk The Dry And Wet Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Step_3_Mix_The_Batter\" title=\"Step 3: Mix The Batter\">Step 3: Mix The Batter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Step_4_Bake_The_Cake\" title=\"Step 4: Bake The Cake\">Step 4: Bake The Cake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Step_5_Mix_And_Pour_The_Glaze_Over_The_Cake\" title=\"Step 5: Mix And Pour The Glaze Over The Cake\">Step 5: Mix And Pour The Glaze Over The Cake<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Tips_For_Making_The_Best_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Recipe\" title=\"Tips For Making The Best Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe\">Tips For Making The Best Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Popular_Substitutions_Additions\" title=\"Popular Substitutions &amp; Additions\">Popular Substitutions &amp; Additions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#What_To_Serve_With_This_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Recipe\" title=\"What To Serve With This Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe\">What To Serve With This Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#How_To_Store_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\" title=\"How To Store Louisiana Crunch Cake\">How To Store Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#How_Long_Will_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Last\" title=\"How Long Will Louisiana Crunch Cake Last?\">How Long Will Louisiana Crunch Cake Last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Can_I_Freeze_Louisiana_Crunch_Pound_Cake\" title=\"Can I Freeze Louisiana Crunch Pound Cake?\">Can I Freeze Louisiana Crunch Pound Cake?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#More_Cake_Recipes\" title=\"More Cake Recipes\">More Cake Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\" title=\"Louisiana Crunch Cake\">Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Want_to_Save_This_Recipe_Boo\" title=\"Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?\">Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Equipment\" title=\"Equipment\">Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Ingredients\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Instructions\" title=\"Instructions\">Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Notes\" title=\"Notes\">Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/louisiana-crunch-cake\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-heart-amp-soul-of-louisiana-crunch-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Heart_Soul_Of_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\"><\/span>The Heart &amp; Soul Of Louisiana Crunch Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cuisine Inspiration:<\/strong> Southern American<br><strong>Primary Cooking Method:<\/strong> Baking<br><strong>Dietary Info:<\/strong> Vegetarian<br><strong>Key Flavor:<\/strong> Sweet, buttery, with a hint of coconut and vanilla<br><strong>Skill Level:<\/strong> Beginner-Intermediate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sweet-spots\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Spots\"><\/span>Sweet Spots<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Amazing Texture:<\/strong> The cake boasts a tender, moist crumb, all thanks to the magic of buttermilk. And just when you think it can&#8217;t get better, you hit the crunchy, toasted coconut topping. Yum and YUM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Light Icing: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re someone who loves cake but could do without a mountain of icing, this Louisiana Crunch Cake is callin&#8217; your name, darlin&#8217;! The glaze here is light, smooth, and has the perfect touch of sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavor Bomb:<\/strong> Coconut can be a bit of a love-it-or-hate-it ingredient, but this cake plays it just right. The coconut is definitely there but not in your face, and it melds wonderfully with the warm, comforting vanilla.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A Southern Belle: <\/strong>This Louisiana cake isn&#8217;t just a dessert, it&#8217;s a slice of Southern heritage. It&#8217;s a beloved classic in many Southern kitchens, and we all love it for its unique flavor and texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Show-Stopper Presentation:<\/strong> Let&#8217;s not forget the look of this beauty! The golden brown crust, speckled with toasted coconut, and that glossy glaze dripping down the sides \u2013 it&#8217;s a feast for the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-to-make-louisiana-crunch-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_To_Make_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\"><\/span><strong>Ingredients To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-coating\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_The_Coating\"><\/span>For The Coating<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shredded Coconut: <\/strong>This is what gives our cake that crunchy crunch and a hint of tropical flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong> Just a bit to sweeten the coconut and help it caramelize to perfection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-cake-batter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_The_Cake_Batter\"><\/span>For The Cake Batter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cake Flour: <\/strong>For a super tender crumb! Cake flour has less protein than all-purpose, giving you that delicate texture we luv in Louisiana crunch cake. No cake flour? You can make a substitute by removing 2 tablespoons from each cup of all-purpose flour and replacing it with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking Powder &amp; Baking Soda: <\/strong>Our lil&#8217; lifters that make sure the cake rises to the occasion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kosher Salt:<\/strong> A pinch to balance the sweetness and bring out all da flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unsalted Butter: <\/strong>This is what makes our cake rich and gives it that lovely, buttery taste. Remember to keep it at room temp so it creams nicely with the granulated sugar. You can use salted butter as well, just don\u2019t add any extra salt to the batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong> Sweetens the deal and pairs with butter to give us a fluffy base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Large Eggs: <\/strong>They bind everything together and add moisture. Make sure they&#8217;re at room temp as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coconut Extract &amp; Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> My go-to duo for this Louisiana cake! Coconut extract brings the cake&#8217;s signature flavor, while vanilla adds a warm, aromatic touch. Use high-quality extracts whenever you can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buttermilk: <\/strong>This is my secret ingredient to make the cake SUPER moist and tender. Don&#8217;t skip it, boo!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-glaze\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_The_Glaze\"><\/span>For The Glaze<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Confectioners\u2019 Sugar:<\/strong> This gives us that smooth, melt-in-your-mouth icing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coconut Extract: <\/strong>Because this cake can&#8217;t get enough coconut!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milk: <\/strong>Thins out the glaze to drizzling perfection. Feel free to adjust the amount to get your desired consistency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of ingredients to make Louisiana Crunch Cake on the table before mixing\" class=\"wp-image-55384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-ingredients-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-ingredients-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-ingredients-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-louisiana-crunch-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\"><\/span><strong>How To Make Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-mix-the-coating-and-coat-the-pan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Mix_The_Coating_And_Coat_The_Pan\"><\/span>Step 1: Mix The Coating And Coat The Pan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mix <\/strong>the coating ingredients in a small bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toss<\/strong> the coating mixture around a sprayed tube pan, coating the bottom, sides, and the tube.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-1.jpg\" alt=\"A step by step image collage on how to make Louisiana Crunch Cake with mixing the coating ingredients, and coating the pan\" class=\"wp-image-55347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-1-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-1-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-whisk-the-dry-and-wet-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Whisk_The_Dry_And_Wet_Ingredients\"><\/span>Step 2: Whisk The Dry And Wet Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add <\/strong>cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to a large bowl. Whisk and set aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add <\/strong>the extracts and buttermilk to a separate large bowl. Whisk and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2.jpg\" alt=\"A step by step image collage on how to make Louisiana Crunch Cake with mixing the dry ingredients and mixing the wet ingredients\" class=\"wp-image-55351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-mix-the-batter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Mix_The_Batter\"><\/span>Step 3: Mix The Batter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add<\/strong> butter and sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Cream on high speed until pale and fluffy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reduce speed <\/strong>and add eggs one at a time, mixing in each well before adding the next. Scrape down the bowl in between eggs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add<\/strong> half of the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pour<\/strong> in the wet ingredients and mix well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add <\/strong>in the second half of the dry ingredients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix <\/strong>until well combined.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3.jpg\" alt=\"A step by step image collage on how to make Louisiana Crunch Cake with creaming the butter with the sugar, and mixing the rest of the ingredients for the batter\" class=\"wp-image-55353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-bake-the-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Bake_The_Cake\"><\/span>Step 4: Bake The Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pour<\/strong> the batter evenly into the prepared pan. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake <\/strong>until deep golden brown, the cake starts to pull from the sides of the pan, and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-4.jpg\" alt=\"A step by step image collage on how to make Louisiana Crunch Cake with pouring the batter in the pan, and cooking the cake\" class=\"wp-image-55355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-4-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-4-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-mix-and-pour-the-glaze-over-the-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Mix_And_Pour_The_Glaze_Over_The_Cake\"><\/span>Step 5: Mix And Pour The Glaze Over The Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Place <\/strong>confectioners\u2019 sugar and coconut extract in a medium bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whisk<\/strong> until smooth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-5.jpg\" alt=\"A step by step image collage on how to make Louisiana Crunch Cake with mixing the glaze\" class=\"wp-image-55357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-5-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-5-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Pour <\/strong>the glaze over the cooled cake and let it drip down the sides. Let it set and serve!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Louisiana Crunch Cake with glaze poured over the top on a white plate\" class=\"wp-image-55359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-steps-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-making-the-best-louisiana-crunch-cake-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Making_The_Best_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Recipe\"><\/span><strong>Tips For Making The Best Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DON&#8217;T Overmix: <\/strong>Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense, and we want a light, tender texture. So just mix the batter until the ingredients are combined, no mo&#8217;!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coat That Pan Well: <\/strong>Make sure you&#8217;re generous with the nonstick baking spray in your tube pan. The sugar in the coating can become quite sticky when it melts, and we DEFINITELY don&#8217;t want our beautiful cake clinging to the pan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Careful with the Pour: <\/strong>When you&#8217;re adding your batter to the pan, do it gently. We&#8217;ve got that lovely coconut and sugar coating at the bottom, and we wanna keep it even. Pour slowly, so you don&#8217;t disturb the coating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let the Cake Cool Down:<\/strong> Ensure your Louisiana crunch pound cake has cooled down completely before adding the glaze. If the cake is still warm, the glaze might just melt right into it, and we want it to set on top, all nice and pretty.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-popular-substitutions-amp-additions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Substitutions_Additions\"><\/span><strong>Popular Substitutions &amp; Additions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick Fix with Cake Mix: <\/strong>If you&#8217;re short on time but still craving that Louisiana charm, here&#8217;s a nifty shortcut \u2013 use a coconut or vanilla cake mix as your base. It&#8217;s a great time-saver and you can still add that homemade touch with the coconut coating and glaze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Twist the Cake Base: <\/strong>Feel like mixin&#8217; this Louisiana crunch cake recipe up a bit? Swap out the classic base with a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/lemon-cake-lemon-pound-cake-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lemon pound cake<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/almond-pound-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">almond pound cake<\/a>. Both options pair wonderfully with the coconut and vanilla flavors, creating your own custom version of this Southern classic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nutty Toppings:<\/strong> For an extra crunch, sprinkle some chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts over the glaze. They not only add an addictive texture but also a nutty flavor that really complements the coconut.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DIY Buttermilk:<\/strong> No buttermilk? No worries! Simply mix a cup of milk with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar, let it sit for a few minutes, and you&#8217;ve got yourself an easy homemade version.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Louisiana Crunch Cake with white glaze, placed on a plate with a slice being taken out, with golden forks next to it\" class=\"wp-image-55388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-serve-with-this-louisiana-crunch-cake-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Serve_With_This_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Recipe\"><\/span><strong>What To Serve With This Louisiana Crunch Cake Recipe<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cozy Drinks: <\/strong>Whether it&#8217;s a cup of classic Southern <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/southern-sweet-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sweet tea<\/a>, a rich <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/peppermint-eggnog-white-hot-cocoa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">white chocolate hot cocoa<\/a>, or a steaming mug of coffee, these drinks make the perfect companion to the cake&#8217;s sweet, crunchy goodness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brunch Bliss: <\/strong>The number of times I&#8217;ve had this cake as a breakfast is\u2026 Kinda worrying. It&#8217;s just too good! I serve it alongside savory breakfast items like <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/candied-bacon-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bacon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/biscuits-and-gravy-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">biscuits and gravy<\/a>, or even a cheesy <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/easy-breakfast-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">breakfast casserole<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ice Cream Delight: <\/strong>Ice cream makes everything better! <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/vanilla-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vanilla<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/vanilla-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ice cream<\/a> is a classic choice, but don&#8217;t be afraid to try <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/mocha-fudge-swirl-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mocha fudge swirl<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/apple-pie-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apple pie<\/a>, or a scoop of<a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/brown-sugar-cookie-butter-ice-cream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> cookie butter<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Southern Comfort:<\/strong> Embrace the full Southern experience by pairing your cake with classic comfort dishes. Serve it after a hearty meal of <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jambalaya-skillet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">jambalaya<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/seafood-gumbo-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gumbo<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/keto-shrimp-and-grits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shrimp and grits<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-louisiana-crunch-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Store_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\"><\/span><strong>How To Store Louisiana Crunch Cake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve enjoyed that first heavenly slice (or two!) of Louisiana crunch cake, cover the cake with plastic wrap or keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This way, it stays moist and delicious. And hey, if you&#8217;ve got any extra frosting, pop it in the fridge in a sealed container. It&#8217;ll be ready for any cake-touch-ups or even for drizzling over your next dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-long-will-louisiana-crunch-cake-last\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Will_Louisiana_Crunch_Cake_Last\"><\/span><strong>How Long Will Louisiana Crunch Cake Last?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At room temperature, it&#8217;ll stay fresh and delicious for about 3 to 4 days. If you decide to store it in the fridge, it can last a bit longer, up to about a week. Just make sure it&#8217;s well kept in an airtight container to keep the fridge flavors out and the cake&#8217;s own delicious flavors in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-i-freeze-louisiana-crunch-pound-cake\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Freeze_Louisiana_Crunch_Pound_Cake\"><\/span><strong>Can I Freeze Louisiana Crunch Pound Cake?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Louisiana Crunch Cake freezes beautifully. Just wrap the whole cake or the slices tight in plastic wrap, then a layer of aluminum foil, and into the freezer it goes. It&#8217;ll stay tasty for up to 3 months. When you&#8217;re ready to enjoy it, just thaw it on the counter, and it&#8217;ll be as good as when you first baked it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of Louisiana Crunch Cake on a white plate showing the white glaze dripping down the sides\" class=\"wp-image-55390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1711028138566\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I make this cake in a different type of pan?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fo sho! If you don&#8217;t have a tube pan, you can use a bundt pan. The structure of the bundt pan is similar and allows the cake to cook evenly, which is crucial for getting that signature Louisiana crunch cake texture.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1711028147771\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can I tell when the cake is perfectly baked?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best way is the good ol&#8217; toothpick test. Insert a toothpick into the thickest part of the cake \u2013 if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, your cake is done.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1711028154798\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I add mix-ins to the cake batter?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">While the cake is delightful as is, feel free to get creative! Fold in some chocolate chips, nuts, or even swirl in some fruit preserves before baking. Just be mindful not to overload the batter.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of Louisiana Crunch Cake with glaze on a plate, with a fork lifting a portion, and the rest of the cake next to it\" class=\"wp-image-55392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Louisiana Crunch Cake comes together smoother than a sweet tea on a hot summer&#8217;s porch! With its moist, tender crumb, that delightful coconut crunch, and a glaze that&#8217;s just the right kind of sweet, it&#8217;s a true Southern belle of desserts. I&#8217;m sure you&#8217;re gonna enjoy it! And if you&#8217;ve got more questions or need further tips about baking up this Louisiana cake, just holla my way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-cake-recipes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Cake_Recipes\"><\/span><strong>More Cake Recipes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/blueberry-crunch-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blueberry Crunch Cake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/yellow-cake-recipe-chocolate-frosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yellow Cake With Chocolate Frosting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/kentucky-butter-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kentucky Butter Cake Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/pineapple-upside-down-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/sour-cream-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sour Cream Cake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jamaican-black-cake\/\">Jamaican Black Cake<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#107896\"><strong><strong>*Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating and leave comments below!*<\/strong>  Post a photo of how your version of the recipe came out on Instagram (using #grandbabycakes)!!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-55331\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"55331\" data-servings=\"12\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-gbc-2024\"><div class=\"gbc-recipe-card\">\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--top\">\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__img\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"450\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Louisiana-Crunch-Cake-rc-450x690.jpg\" class=\"attachment-vertical-thumbnail size-vertical-thumbnail\" alt=\"Closeup of a slice of Louisiana Crunch Cake topped with white glaze on a plate with the rest of the cake in the background\" \/><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__top-right\">\n      <h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Louisiana_Crunch_Cake\"><\/span>Louisiana Crunch Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">You&#39;ll have a hard time not diving face first into this Louisiana Crunch Cake! 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class=\"gbc-recipe-card__details\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Jocelyn Delk Adams<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-55331 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"55331\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--middle\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"55331\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-equipment-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Equipment\"><\/span>Equipment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment wprm-recipe-equipment-list\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HIrXHO\" class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Stand mixer<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UjGMrR\" class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">mixing bowl<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-item\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TLiQwS\" class=\"wprm-recipe-equipment-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">tube pan<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-55331-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"55331\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Coating:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;shredded coconut&#032;sweetened (or you can use unsweetened)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">shredded coconut<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">sweetened (or you can use unsweetened)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tablespoons&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Cake:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 \u00bd&#032;cups&#032;cake flour&#032;sifted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cake flour<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">sifted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;baking powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;teaspoon&#032;baking soda\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking soda<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;kosher salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">kosher salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 \u00bd&#032;sticks&#032;unsalted butter&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">sticks<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;cups&#032;granulated sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;large eggs&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;coconut extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">coconut extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">vanilla extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;buttermilk&#032;room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">buttermilk<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Glaze:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;cup&#032;confectioners\u2019 sugar&#032;sifted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">confectioners\u2019 sugar<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">sifted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;teaspoon&#032;coconut extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">coconut extract<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 \u00bd - 3&#032;tablespoons&#032;milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd &#8211; 3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--bottom\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-55331-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"55331\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Coating:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Preheat oven to 325F. Place rack in middle position. Prepare 12-cup tube pan with nonstick baking spray.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Mix coating ingredients together in a small bowl. Toss around sprayed tube pan, coating bottom, sides, and the tube so it coats evenly.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Cake:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In large bowl, mix cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, cream butter and sugar together on high speed until pale and fluffy, about 6-7 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Reduce speed and add eggs one at a time, mixing in each well before adding the next. Scrape down the bowl in between eggs.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Combine extracts and buttermilk. Set aside. Add half of the dry ingredients to mixer and mix until well combined. Add in all the buttermilk and mix well. Add in the second half of the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Pour evenly into prepared pan. Bake until deep golden brown, the cake starts to pull from the sides of the pan, and an inserted toothpick comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Remove pan from oven and cool cake in pan for 15 minutes. Carefully invert cake onto serving platter and continue cooling.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the Glaze:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-55331-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">For glaze, place confectioners\u2019 sugar in medium bowl. Whisk in coconut extract and milk until smooth. Pour over surface of cooled cake and let drip down the sides. Let set for about 5 minutes and serve.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"><\/span>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li><strong>DON&#8217;T Overmix:<\/strong> Overmixing can make the cake tough and dense, and we want a light, tender texture. So just mix the batter until the ingredients are combined, no mo&#8217;!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coat That Pan Well:<\/strong> Make sure you&#8217;re generous with the nonstick baking spray in your tube pan. The sugar in the coating can become quite sticky when it melts, and we DEFINITELY don&#8217;t want our beautiful cake clinging to the pan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Careful with the Pour:<\/strong> When you&#8217;re adding your batter to the pan, do it gently. We&#8217;ve got that lovely coconut and sugar coating at the bottom, and we wanna keep it even. Pour slowly, so you don&#8217;t disturb the coating.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let the Cake Cool Down:<\/strong> Ensure your Louisiana crunch pound cake has cooled down completely before adding the glaze. If the cake is still warm, the glaze might just melt right into it, and we want it to set on top, all nice and pretty.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">515<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">72<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">23<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">108<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">331<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">99<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">706<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">0.03<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container 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