Coconut Cake with Seven-minute Frosting

INGREDIENTS :

  • 1-1/2 c. Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp corn syrup
  • 1/4 c.water
  • 6 egg whites
  • tsp. Vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS :

  1. In a heat-proof bowl of an electric mixer, mix all ingredients (except vanilla) and place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water.
  2. Whisk the mixture until it reaches 160 degrees using a candy or instant-read thermometer.
  3. Transfer the mixing bowl to your mixer, and with the whisk attachment, beat on high until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 6 minutes).
  4. Whip in the vanilla. Frost cake immediately.
  5. Enjoy!