COCONUT ITALIAN CREAM CAKE
I'd never tasted an Italian cream cake before moving to Colorado. Now I bake for people in the area, and this beauty is one of my most requested treats. -Ann Bush, Colorado City, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in coconut and pecans., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into batter. Transfer to prepared pans. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and enough cream to reach spreading consistency. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with pecans and, if desired, coconut. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Fat 36g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (68g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
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Hussein HA
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe to others.
MARWAT FF
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but the cake didn't turn out right.
Meer Yallan
[email protected]The cake didn't rise properly.
Atolagbe Al-ameen
[email protected]The frosting was too runny.
Darius Darius
[email protected]The cake was a little dry.
Cherish Delight
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste.
Rosaura Benavides
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Ayman Ahmed
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a special occasion.
Sarmad Saeed
[email protected]This was my first time making an Italian cream cake, and it turned out great!
Alerda Nika
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the coconut and cream cheese frosting.
Albert Jaimon
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.
Bopal Bk
[email protected]This cake was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious cake that was perfect for a special occasion.
Tiffany Sherratt
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but I loved this cake! The coconut flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The cake was also very moist and flavorful.
Alpheous Ntim
[email protected]This was my first time making an Italian cream cake, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake came out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family.
Moni Akther Moni
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cake is light and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I love the combination of coconut and cream cheese.
Khanya Nqavane
[email protected]This Coconut Italian Cream Cake was a hit at my dinner party last night! Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was. The coconut and cream cheese frosting was the perfect finishing touch.