MAKEOVER ITALIAN CREAM CAKE

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This lightened up version of a classic cake will be a happy ending to any meal. The original recipe comes from Joanne Brininstool of Austin, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
5 egg whites
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar for 2 minutes. Stir in applesauce. Add egg yolks and vanilla; beat for 1 minute. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to butter 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 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small 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 : Calories 338 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Rajaali Mallah
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe.


riyas riyas
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The cake was easy to make and turned out great! The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall the cake was delicious.


Makubuya Rodgers
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This cake was delicious! I loved the moist cake and the creamy frosting. I would definitely make this cake again.


Abhafeez Hafeez
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I was disappointed with this cake. The cake was dry and the frosting was grainy. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Merina Dong
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This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cake was beautiful and tasted amazing. I would definitely make this cake again for a special occasion.


Bernadette Campos
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe.


Biggie Demberere
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The cake was easy to make and turned out great! The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall the cake was delicious.


Teresa Moore
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This cake was delicious! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this cake again.


Lauren Stephen
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I was disappointed with this cake. The cake was dry and the frosting was grainy. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Daniel Blevins
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This cake was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The cake was beautiful and tasted amazing. I would definitely make this cake again for a special occasion.


Md kajmot
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rahinatu Shuaibu
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The cake was delicious, but the frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the frosting next time.


Ruwini Dilukshi
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! My family loved it.


Nima Aarati
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This Italian cream cake was a hit at my party! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this cake again.