ITALIAN CREAM CAKE(COOK'S COUNTRY)

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Toast the coconut and nuts in a 350-degree oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Watch carefully and stir occasionally to prevent burning.

Provided by Coppercloud

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h2m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

cake
1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups cake flour (10 ounces)
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 12 pieces and softened
4 tablespoons vegetable shortening, cut into 4 pieces
1 3/4 cups sugar (12 1/4 ounces)
5 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups pecans (8 ounces)
frosting
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar (9 ounces)
1/2 cup cream of coconut
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
16 ounces cream cheese, cut into 8 pieces and softened

Steps:

  • For the cake: Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans, line with parchment paper, grease parchment, then flour pans. Process coconut in food processor until finely ground, about 1 minute. Combine coconut, buttermilk, and vanilla in 2-cup liquid measuring cup and let sit until coconut is slightly softened, about 10 minutes; reserve.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in bowl. Using stand mixer fitted with paddle, beat butter, shortening, and sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until combined. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with 2 additions of reserved coconut-buttermilk mixture, scraping down bowl as needed. Add ¾ cup pecans and give batter final stir by hand.
  • Scrape equal amounts of batter into prepared pans and bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 28 to 32 minutes. Cool cakes in pans on wire rack for 10 minutes. Remove cakes from pans, discarding parchment, and cool completely, about 2 hours. (Cooled cakes can be wrapped with plastic wrap and stored at room temperature for up to 2 days.).
  • For the frosting: Using stand mixer fitted with paddle, mix butter and sugar on low speed until combined, about 30 seconds. Increase speed to medium-high and beat until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add cream of coconut, vanilla, and salt and beat until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add cream cheese, one piece at a time, and beat until incorporated, about 1 minute. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • When cakes are cooled, spread 1½ cups frosting over 1 cake round. Top with second cake round and spread remaining frosting evenly over top and sides of cake. Press remaining pecans onto sides of cake. Serve. (Cake can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.).

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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely make it again.


Esenia Valencia
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The frosting was a bit too runny for my liking. I had to add some more powdered sugar to thicken it up.


Floyd Kyser
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Jon Cordes
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Other than that, it was a delicious cake.


Bolaji Tobiloba
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe for beginners because it's so easy to follow.


Tom Jackson
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake that is sure to impress your guests.


Lionel Opoku
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


King Sige
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I'm so glad I did. The coconut flavor is very subtle and it pairs perfectly with the other flavors in the cake.


Omor Ali
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This is my new go-to recipe for Italian Cream Cake. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Md Rakebul Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. The frosting was also amazing.


Carol Hoi
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This cake was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The frosting was especially a hit.


Anushka Kukard
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. The cake is so moist and the frosting is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mariane Culek
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This Italian Cream Cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I love the combination of the sweet cake and the tangy frosting. It's a perfect balanc