Coconut Chocolate Cake I

A very rich cake that tastes almost like a candy bar.

• Calories: 620 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• ¾ cup evaporated milk
• 1 (18.25 ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix
• 20 large marshmallows
• 14 ounces flaked coconut

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix and bake cake mix as directed for two 8 or 9 inch layers. Let layers cool then split each one in half horizontally to make a total of 4 layers.

Step 2

In a saucepan over medium heat mix together the white sugar, butter or margarine, and 1/2 cup of the evaporated milk. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir in the marshmallows and mix until smooth. Stir in the coconut. Spread the filling between the cake layers.

Step 3

Mix together the cocoa, remaining 1/4 cup evaporated milk, the confectioner's sugar, and the vanilla. Beat until smooth and spread over top and sides of cake.