To Make the Coconut Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch cake pan with non-stick baking spray and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Sprinkle the shredded coconut on the baking sheet in a thin layer. Place the tray in the hot oven until the coconut is light golden brown and fragrant, approximately 8-10 minutes. Let cool.
3. Add the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt to a large mixer bowl and combine. Set aside.
4. Add the milk, vegetable oil, coconut extract and eggs to a medium sized bowl and combine.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and beat until well combined.
6. Slowly add the water to the batter and mix on low speed until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
8. Remove the cake from the oven and poke holes all over the top of the cake.
9. In a small bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and cream of coconut.
10. Pour sweetened milk mixture over the top of the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Let cake cool completely.

To Make the Whipped Cream and Finish the Cake

1. Place the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar and coconut extract into a large mixer bowl. Whip on high speed until stiff peaks form.
2. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cooled cake and cover with toasted coconut.
3. Refrigerate the cake until ready to serve. Cake is best for 3-4 days.