NANNY'S ITALIAN CREAM CAKE

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Oh wow! This is an incredibly moist and tasty cake. If you love icing like I do, double the frosting amount to ensure ample cake coverage.

Provided by Mollie Hubenak

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

CAKE
1 c buttermilk
1 tsp baking soda
5 large eggs, separated
1 c pecans, in pieces
2 c flour
2 c sugar
1 stick butter, softened
1/2 c crisco
1 tsp pure mexican vanilla
1 can(s) angel flake coconut
ICING
1 stick butter, softened
1 pkg cream cheese (8 oz)
1 tsp pure mexican vanilla
1 lb powdered sugar
1 c pecans, in pieces

Steps:

  • 1. CAKE: Preheat oven to 325 degreees. Beat egg whites and set aside.
  • 2. Add soda to buttermilk and set aside.
  • 3. Cream sugar, Crisco and butter. Add egg yolks; beat well. Add buttermilk, flour and vanilla.
  • 4. Fold in egg whites, then pecans, then coconut.
  • 5. Pour into 3 round (greased & floured)cake pans.
  • 6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until done.
  • 7. ICING: Cream butter, cream cheese and vanilla. Add powdered sugar and mix well. Stir in pecans.

Renee Bgy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It's so delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Hizbulla Akbari
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This is the best Italian cream cake I've ever had. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Eden Meraf
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I've made this cake several times for potlucks and it's always a hit. Everyone loves it!


Ire Oluwa
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This cake is perfect for a crowd. It's big and impressive, but it's also easy to make.


MD Arif Shekh
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I love the coconut flavor in this cake. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic recipe.


Ntuthuko Khanyisane
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. The frosting is to die for. I highly recommend this recipe.


Moiz Rehman
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I've tried several different Italian cream cake recipes and this one is my favorite. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Nkaleme Matlou
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's absolutely delicious and everyone who tries it loves it.


Zahirah Hannie
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It's so delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Md sharif Md sharif
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This is the best Italian cream cake I've ever had. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


M Abrar
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I've made this cake several times for potlucks and it's always a hit. Everyone loves it!


Athar Hashmi
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This cake is perfect for a crowd. It's big and impressive, but it's also easy to make.


Samuel Jimenez
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I love the coconut flavor in this cake. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic recipe.


Loretta Chevalier
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. The frosting is to die for.


Nwali Joshua
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I've tried several different Italian cream cake recipes and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and richness.


Helen Preece
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and everyone who tries it loves it.


Bheemji Veer
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he had ever had.


Callie Armstrong
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This cake is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of the coconut and pecans.


Tekan Thapa
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or just a weekend treat.


Sammar Shazad2
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This cake is absolutely delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.