Easy Italian Cream Cake Recipe
This Easy Italian Cream Cake recipe is a delightful treat that combines the convenience of a boxed cake mix with the rich flavors of coconut and pecans, topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 9-inch cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 1 (16.25-ounce) package white cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (16 oz.) package powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Cake: Mix the white cake mix, eggs, buttermilk, and vegetable oil with an electric mixer until well combined. Stir in coconut and pecans. Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
- Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and pecans.
- Assembly: Spread frosting between layers and on top and sides of the cake. Chill for 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
- You can toast the pecans by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet and baking at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Ensure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for a smooth frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Italian Cream Cake, Easy Dessert Recipe, Cream Cheese Frosting, Coconut Pecan Cake
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