Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Quick Italian Cream Cake, a moist and rich dessert that brings a taste of Italy to your table. This easy-to-make cake features layers infused with shredded coconut and toasted pecans, topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any celebration, this cake is not only simple to prepare but also adaptable to suit any occasion. Impress your guests with this irresistible treat that combines the classic flavors of Italian desserts with a quick and straightforward baking process.
Ingredients
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- 1 package white cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 can shredded coconut
- ⅔ cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 package cream cheese
- ½ cup butter
- 1 package powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease three cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, buttermilk, and oil using an electric beater until blended.
- Fold in coconut and pecans evenly.
- Pour batter into pans and bake for 15-17 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes on wire racks before frosting.
- For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter together; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost cooled cakes generously and chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg