Classic Italian Cream Cake Recipe

This Classic Italian Cream Cake Recipe is a delightful dessert that features layers of moist, rich cake filled with a creamy frosting. It’s a perfect choice for celebrations or special occasions.

The recipe is straightforward and can be made with basic baking techniques. You can enjoy this cake alongside a savory Chicken Recipe for a complete meal experience.

Delicious Italian Cream Cake

This Italian Cream Cake is made with a combination of coconut and pecans, giving it a unique flavor and texture. The cake layers are frosted with a cream cheese frosting, making it a rich and indulgent treat. The recipe takes about 1 hour and serves 10 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk to the butter mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
Beat Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the cake batter until no white streaks remain.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cake layers are completely cooled, spread a layer of frosting between each layer and cover the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Serve: Slice and serve the cake at room temperature. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.