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INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS ITALIAN CREAM CAKE



Incredibly Delicious Italian Cream Cake image

This is an old recipe from my aunt. It is both famous and infamous in our family. It is absolutely irresistible.

Provided by Rory

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter
½ cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
5 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons light cream
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease three 9 inch round cake pans. In a small bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the buttermilk; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter, shortening and white sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, buttermilk mixture, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup coconut, baking powder and flour. Stir until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla and confectioners' sugar. Beat until light and fluffy. Mix in a small amount of cream to attain the desired consistency. Stir in chopped nuts and remaining flaked coconut. Spread between layers and on top and sides of cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.7 calories, Carbohydrate 98 g, Cholesterol 139.8 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 20.4 g, Sodium 397.2 mg, Sugar 78.5 g

ITALIAN CREAM CAKE



Italian Cream Cake image

Sweet, cream cheese frostings served atop tender cakes make luscious desserts. And Joanne Brininstool's take on a classic is a perfect example. The moist treat from the Austin, Texas cook features a hint of coconut and nutty pecans with a moist and creamy frosting.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
5 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and shortening. Gradually add sugar; beat 2 minutes longer. Add egg yolks and vanilla; beat for 1 minute. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Fold in coconut and pecans. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake. Sprinkle with pecans. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

ITALIAN CREAM CAKE



Italian Cream Cake image

Looking for Italian-style dessert? Then check out this delicious cream cake that's garnished with pecans - a perfect treat to your guest.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla
5 eggs, separated
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups flaked coconut
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1 container (1 lb) cream cheese creamy ready-to-spread frosting
Additional chopped pecans, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease 13x9-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  • In large bowl, beat sugar, butter and shortening with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating until blended. Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating until blended after each addition. On low speed, beat in coconut and 1 cup pecans until blended.
  • In another large bowl, beat egg whites with electric mixer on high speed just until stiff peaks form. Fold one-fourth of egg whites into cake batter; fold in remaining egg whites. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 45 to 48 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour 30 minutes.
  • Frost cake. Garnish with additional chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499, Carbohydrate 55 g, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 331 mg

ITALIAN CREAM CAKE



Italian Cream Cake image

My mother-in-law gave me this recipe when her son and I got married. It comes out great every time, even with minimal cake-baking experience! People who don't like coconut and cream cheese both have commented how surprised they are that they love this cake!

Provided by mbblack

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
½ cup butter
½ cup lard
2 cups white sugar
5 eggs, separated
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (3.5 ounce) can sweetened flaked coconut
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup butter
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar, or more to taste
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease three 9-inch round cake pans and line with waxed paper.
  • Mix flour and baking soda together in a small bowl.
  • Beat 1/2 cup butter and lard together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Add sugar; beat until smooth. Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour mixture in 3 batches, alternating with buttermilk, beating batter briefly after each addition.
  • Fold 1 cup pecans, coconut, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract into the batter.
  • Beat egg whites with clean beaters in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Divide batter among prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in pans, about 5 minutes. Invert cakes onto cooling racks; let cool completely, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup butter in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Add confectioners' sugar and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; beat frosting until smooth.
  • Spread a thin layer of frosting between cooled cake layers. Frost sides and top of cake. Sprinkle 1/2 cup pecans on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 780.8 calories, Carbohydrate 95.2 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 509.5 mg, Sugar 75.1 g

QUICK ITALIAN CREAM CAKE RECIPE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Quick Italian Cream Cake Recipe Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by á-11186

Number Of Ingredients 14

CAKE:
1 (16.25-ounce) package white cake mix
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 (3.5-ounce) can flaked coconut
2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 tablespoon rum (optional)
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Beat the first 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer 2 minutes. Stir in coconut and pecans. Pour into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 17 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and cool completely on wire racks. Sprinkle each cake layer evenly with rum, if desired; let stand 10 minutes. Spread cream cheese frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Chill 2 hours before slicing. Beat cream cheese and butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla and pecans. Frost cake when completely cooled.

ITALIAN CREAM CAKE II



Italian Cream Cake II image

Very delicious cake!

Provided by Cyndi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup margarine, softened
½ cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
5 egg yolks
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
5 egg whites
8 ounces cream cheese
½ cup margarine, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8 inch round cake pans.
  • Beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  • In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup margarine and shortening till light. Add white sugar, and beat till fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Stir together flour and baking soda, and add alternately with buttermilk into the creamed mixture; mix well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla, coconut, and 1 cup pecans. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Spoon into prepared pans.
  • Bake for 25 to 40 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
  • Combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup margarine, confectioners' sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in mixer bowl. Beat till smooth. Add coconut if desired. Frost the cooled cake. The remaining 1/2 cup pecans can be stirred into frosting or sprinkled onto the cake after it is frosted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 967.2 calories, Carbohydrate 116.8 g, Cholesterol 128.4 mg, Fat 53.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 489.9 mg, Sugar 93 g

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