Italian Cream Cake
Introduction
Italian Cream Cake is a decadent dessert featuring layers of moist, tender cake infused with coconut and pecans, all generously frosted with a creamy cream cheese icing. With its blend of textures and flavors, this Southern classic is a showstopper for holidays, birthdays, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 5 large eggs, separated
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans (for decorating, optional)
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