Hi folks.
So today I have a special treat for you but before we get to that I did promise some news. I do not want to take the spotlight away from my lovely featured blogger today so I am going to post the breaking Lunatic news on Friday. I hope you can all hang on that long. It's pretty cool news and I look forward to sharing it with everyone. I promise I take absolutely no pleasure in torturing you until then. *evil laugh*
For now, on with the show!
BURNING DOWN THE KITCHEN WITH MELLISSA FROM I BREATHE...I'M HUNGRY..
I am so excited to share this lady with those of you who might not know her. Mellissa is a super cool, wickedly talented, chic and happening blogger. She does low carb food that will rock your world. I have no idea how she works her magic on the stuff she makes but I kind of love carbs and shy away from anything low carb, but she makes it look incredible.  She blogs at I Breathe...I'm Hungry. Mellissa is really sweet and blew my mind a little when she seemed taken aback that I would email her. She's way more successful than I am but she touched my heart with her sincere down to earth response to my email. I am a fan of hers and this girl kicks serious ass when it comes to page views. So I was curious what tricks she had up her sleeve. I was mildly disappointed she didn't have any black magic tricks that would make me as wildly successful as her. I was willing to forgive her though as she is such a genuine and hilarious chick. You know I love me some funny, snarky folk. Mellissa fits the bill and we've been on an emailing craze ever since. I still don't know her magic tricks for blog success. I mean it just cannot be her simply stunning photographs, or diet friendly food right? I mean that's crazy talk. So if you're looking to learn some stuff this lady is one to follow. From her Coconut Frenzy Cake to her Low Carb Caramel Machiatto Tiramisu to her Better Than Potatoes Cheesy Cauliflower Puree to Low Carb Red Velvet Crepe Cake to her Tourtiere (French Canadian Pork Pie) you will be mesmerized by her brilliance. Make sure you stop by after the interview and say hello to one of my new BBFF's, Mellissa.
Rapidfire Q & A with Mellissa from I Breathe...I'm Hungry...:
1. How long have you been blogging and what inspired you to start?
Ingredients
- For the cake portion:
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon coconut milk use the thick part at the top of the can
- 1 tablespoon coconut extract
- 2 tablespoons cake flour
- For the filling portion:
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- ½ cup coconut milk use the thick part at the top of the can
- 1 tablespoon coconut extract
- 2 to 3 tablespoon coconut milk found under the thick part of the can you used earlier
- For the frosting portion:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar
- ¼ cup coconut milk the thick part of the can
Instructions
- For the cake portion:
- Soften your cream cheese in a mixer.
- Add all your other ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour into springform pans and place in a preheated 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Let cool.
- Slice into 3 to 4 layers.
- For the filling portion:
- Mix up all your ingredients in a bowl and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes to soften.
- For your frosting portion:
- Pop your heavy cream in a mixer and whisk until it's doubled in size and has some peaks.
- Now add the other ingredients and mix well.
- Putting it all together:
- After you slice the cake into thin layers, place first layer on a plate or board.
- Layer with the filling.
- Add another layer of cake.
- Add another layer of filling.
- Repeat until you get to the last layer.
- Now frost the top and sides minimally.
- Let set up in fridge for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Remove from fridge and continue frosting as desired.
- Decorate with extra coconut.
mellissa @ ibreatheimhungry
Kim, thanks so much for asking me to do this - I can't even tell you how honored I am! You are an amazing person and I am so glad we've become friends - I smile in anticipation every time I see your name in my inbox. Love ya! To all of Kim's fans a) I did not pay her to say any of those sweet things about me, and b) please don't send me death threats because Kim is leaving you (US, she won't tell ME either!!!!) hanging on her big news!!!! I swear I had no idea she was going to postpone because of me! @#$%!!!!! I think she got, or is getting a new camera finally - anyone else have a guess?????
Kim Bee
Love right back at ya Mellissa. I am so glad I emailed you. It's been so fun getting to know you.
Lol I think you're safe my dear. Most of my lovely readers know me and know I am usually behind the 8 ball with news. I did not want to distract anyone from your feature cuz you are so awesome.
I wish it was a camera but it's so not.
Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama
I'm a lazy, sugar loving, carb girl with a growing butt... I can't bring myself to bake low carb.
This cake looks awesome I will have to check out the lower carb version as well just in case I decide to be good for once.
Oh man her oven makes mine look SCARY! I think I'm going to set the self clean mode right now....
Kim Bee
Lol me too but I aspire to behave better. This is one tasty cake. I was really pleased with it.
I hear you. My oven looks like something exploded in it.
Valerie @ From Valerie's Kitchen
Great interview! I had never visited Melissa's blog so thank you so much for introducing her. I look forward to checking out her blog and following in the future. The cake is to die for! My coconut loving sons would love it!
Kim Bee
You will love Mellissa. She is such a sweetie. And super talented. Coconut rules, your sons are wise.
Anna @ hiddenponies
So nice to meet Mellissa!! Both of your cakes are ridiculously stunning - and she says she doesn't bake?? Pffffft.
Kim Bee
Lol I know right. She bakes like a goddess.
Baker Street
Great to meet Mellissa! The cake is such a show stealer! It looks gorgeous and I bet it tasted just perfect.
Kim Bee
Thanks so much. It sure was tasty. I love me some coconut.
movita beaucoup
Yay! A new blog to follow. Thanks, Kim, for finding me new friends... xox
Kim Bee
I aim to please. You will love Mellissa. xx
Ramona
What a wonderful interview!! I love the question about camera and photographing because that's where I still need to learn my craft. I also bought plate to pixal... it's wonderful and helpful. This coconut cake is beyond amazing looking... I would want to devour it in one bite... but it looks so good that I would have to savor it slowly. 🙂
Kim Bee
Thanks Ramona. I need to read my plate to pixel. I have so little free time but really need to delve into it. What I've read so far is wonderful. She makes it easy to understand. I love coconut. Cannot find enough excuses to use it.
Jen @ Juanita's Cocina
You had me at coconut cake.
And you introduced me to a new blogger to boot!
Also, I don't do well with patience. Hurry up Friday!
Kim Bee
Lol I dragged that sucker out for a long time.
So glad you like the cake and met Mellissa. She is amazing.
Kristen
I adore this series. I get to meet great people I don't know, I get to see great food that I can't eat, I get to clean my laptop because I drool all over it. Seriously, that cake is amazing.
Kim Bee
Lol Kristen you poor girl. I need to make a gf version for you. I love me some coconut so any excuse to play with it is fun.
Sandra's Easy Cooking
:)) What a great post, Kim! You are incredible!:))
Thank you for your lovely recipe, and mouthwatering photos, Mellissa..I love Q&A..so cool!
I must say I really enjoyed this guest post..Thank you ladies, enjoy your day!
Kim Bee
Thanks Sandra. I enjoy doing this series so much.
Anita at Hungry Couple
Well, this was fun. I hadn't read Melissa's blog yet but based on her personality I can see why you two hit it off so well! 🙂 Your cake came out gorgeous and that's from someone who is not too fond of coconut. I also love the plate. I think I need to go a Home Goods prop shopping spree! 🙂
Kim Bee
Thanks Anita. You will adore her too. She is so much fun. I think that plate is from Sears. I got a set of them from a family member and at the time hated them. (not a neutral kind of gal, I like color) But they sure are great for food photos. Lol.
Chowstalker
Such a fun read!! I am constantly blown away with Mellisa's creations, love her laid back attitude, and sense of humor. I've been following her blog for several months and it's been amazing to watch it grow and become so popular in such a short amount of time!
Kim Bee
Thank you so much. I adore Mellissa. She is such a sweet lady. And her snarky self makes me howl with laughter too. She really is incredibly talented. I see a cookbook in this lady's future for sure.
mellissa @ ibreatheimhungry
Awwww...you guys are so sweet! Thanks, really! But my head isn't going to fit through the door pretty soon after all these compliments! which is bad cause I really have to pee..... 😉
Susie
I so want to make coconut cake! Both versions look amazing! No one in my house likes coconut but me and I know I would eat the entire cake, which is why I have yet to ever make one. But now I really want some!
Kim Bee
I say half the recipe and you will be good to go. One little cake all for yourself. Perfection.
Janet@FCTC
That cake looks fabulous! And Kim, I'm loving this series, twin o mine 🙂
Kim Bee
Thanks twin. I am loving this series way too much. So much fun.
Colleen, The Smart Cookie Cook
Oh wow, this cake is just beautiful. You did a great job whipping up your own version! I just love coconut cake.
Kim Bee
Thank you so much. I adore coconut so any excuse to use it is fine by me.
Choc Chip Uru
Loved this post! Cannot believe I have never visited Melissa's blog! Definitely about to change 😉
What a fabulous cake - both versions = SO yummy!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Kim Bee
She is amazing. You must go visit. You will love her.
Nami | Just One Cookbook
Beautiful coconut cake! Melissa's version and yours both look elegant! Love the coconut flakes... I can't get enough. Thanks for introducing Melissa!
Kim Bee
Thanks so much Nami. I am such a sucker for coconut. I was eating spoonfuls of the flakes while I made my cake. Lol.
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.
Oh, I love both versions of these cakes, Kim! I recently discovered Mellissa's blog and have actually already made a couple of her recipes as I like to do low-carb recipes as often as I can. Love it!
Kim Bee
Thanks so much Stephanie. Mellissa is a class act. I love her recipes and her personally. She knows her stuff.
Kelsey @ K&K Test Kitchen
I seriously love this series! With so many amazing bloggers out there, I find that I miss out on some great ones - like Mellissa! Thanks for helping us get to know her Kim! And my goodness, I do loveeeeeeee coconut cake!
Kim Bee
Thanks Kels. I enjoy doing this kind of thing so much. It's just so nice to promote others. Coconut rules, I adore anything with coconut in it, on it, or filled with it.
Kiri W.
A) Thanks for introducing me to a new blogger! 🙂
B) COOOOOOCOOOOONUUUUUUUUUT *godzillastomptowardacake*
Kim Bee
You're welcome.
*falls down laughing*