Most Alltime Favorite! Italian Cream Cake Recipe

Name: Most Alltime Favorite! Italian Cream Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups sugar; 5 large eggs, separated; 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish if desired) or 1/2 cup toasted coconut (for garnish if desired); ITALIAN CREAM FROSTING; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature; 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature; 1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon coconut extract

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups sugar
5 large eggs, separated
1 cup buttermilk, well shaken
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish if desired) or 1/2 cup toasted coconut (for garnish if desired)
ITALIAN CREAM FROSTING
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 (16 ounce) box confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon coconut extract

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["Preheat oven to 350-degrees Fahrenheit.", "Grease and lightly flour three (9"") round cake pans. Set aside.", "In a bowl, sift flour and soda together and set aside.", "Beat butter and shortening with sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer for approximately 5 minutes, or until fluffy. Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition. With the mixer on medium speed, add flour and buttermilk alternately, beginning and ending with buttermilk. Add vanilla, coconut, and pecans, and stir well to incorporate.", "In a separate bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter, just until blended. Pour batter into prepared pans.", "Bake for 25 minutes. Test for doneness by touching the top of cake with your finger. Cake is done if it bounces back up. Cool layers on wire racks sprayed with cooking spray to prevent sticking.", "When cake has cooled completely. spread frosting between layers and on sides and top of cake. Garnish with pecans or coconut, if desired.", "ITALIAN CREAM FROSTING:", "Beat cream cheese and butter at high speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Reduce speed to medium and add sugar, vanilla and coconut extracts. Beat well until frosting is smooth."]

1876

kcal

Calories

122

Fat

178

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, and more.

Yes, Most Alltime Favorite! Italian Cream Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Most Alltime Favorite! Italian Cream Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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