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Quick Italian Cream Cake

Quick Italian Cream Cake
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Quick Italian Cream Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring a tender crumb enriched with shredded coconut, pecans, and buttermilk, topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a sweet yet subtle flavor that pleases both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients. Measure and sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, coconut, and pecans to ensure even distribution and a lighter cake.
  2. Mix the Batter: Cream the softened butter with sugar until fluffy using a mixer. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Alternately add the sifted dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans gently to preserve their texture.
  3. Bake the Cake: Grease and flour a cake pan, then pour in the batter and smooth the surface evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
  4. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  5. Frost and Decorate: Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled cake. Sprinkle extra chopped pecans or shredded coconut on top for decoration and added texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and cream cheese for smooth mixing.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and moist.
  • Ensure baking powder is fresh for proper rise and fluffiness.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Lightly toast pecans before adding to enhance flavor and crunch.

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