"I was looking for a simple, minimalist recipe for a coconut cake recipe for a cake that a friend had requested. The cake recipe for this one fit the bill, and even though I didn't use the 7 minute type of icing, the cake and filling worked very well with the assembly and frosting I used. Other bakers that gave poor reviews may enjoy stronger coconut flavor, but this one is subtle and classic. Great cake texture and flavor, and the sour cream gives a rich element to the entire cake. Good recipe.