Description
Italian Cream Cake is a delightful dessert that features layers of moist cake infused with coconut and pecans, all enveloped in a rich cream cheese frosting. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance, making it ideal for birthdays, holidays, or any celebration. Each bite promises a burst of flavor that will leave your guests enchanted and asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg