Coconut Sheet Cake

Yesterday, Jim and I celebrated our 29th wedding anniversary. I decided the special occasion deserved a special dessert. Coconut Sheet Cake beckoned me. When I served it after dinner, all conversation stopped. The tender, sweet cake stunned us with its seductive blend of cream cheese, sour cream, cream of coconut, and sweetened coconut.

Amelia asked me not to print the recipe on-line as she believes it's prize worthy. For years, she's wanted me to open a restaurant. We even have a name picked out, The Hummingbird Cafe. Of course we would offer this delight of a dessert ($4.50 a slice declares Amelia). We could even make it into wedding cake. It's a beautiful fantasy and high praise from my teenage daughter.

As Amelia was beating the cream cheese frosting, I remembered Mom making beautiful sandwich loaf filled with layers of pimento cheese, olive nut, and chicken salad then frosted with savory cream cheese and decorated with fresh flowers from the garden. Mom made this for "Silver Tray" occasions like bridal showers or birthdays. You know, the times worthy of polishing your silver. Amelia and I decided to create our own "Silver Tray" occasion and host a tea for her friends. I'd love a menu of ladies sandwiches, cheese straws and petit fours. Of course I'll keep you posted and remember to take pictures!

By the way, I'll gladly share this recipe with anyone I love. That includes my dear friends as well as family.

Love to you all,
Patti