Chocolate-Coconut Sheet Cake
"Everyone needs an unintimidating, foolproof cake like this one. A generous amount of coconut topping, poured over the moist cake while it’s still warm, provides richness and a deliciously gooey texture. The 12 generous slices can be cut smaller to feed a larger crowd...."
INGREDIENTS
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Unsalted butter, softened, for pan
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3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for dish
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
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3/4 cup warm strong brewed coffee
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3 tablespoons safflower oil
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 stick plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for dish
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2 cups confectioners' sugar
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6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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3 cups finely shredded dried unsweetened coconut
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2/3 cup warm strong brewed coffee
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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Whipped cream and toasted large-flake coconut, for serving
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