For an extra touch of flavor, toast the walnuts and coconut before adding them to the batter. Be careful not to overbake the cakes, as they can become dry. The cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Try adding a splash of rum or almond extract to the frosting for a unique twist.
Award-Winning Italian Cream Cake
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING14 People
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VIEWS406
Indulge in the decadent delight of this award-winning Italian Cream Cake. A symphony of moist, tender cake layers, studded with crunchy walnuts and sweet coconut, enveloped in a luscious cream cheese frosting. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate77 g
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Cholesterol149 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat19 g
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Sodium238 mg
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Sugar60 g
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Fat36 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, butter, and egg yolks using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Gradually add the flour, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined after each addition. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Stir in the baking soda, walnuts, and coconut. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View In a separate clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. (2 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (25 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Let the cakes cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely. (10 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat together the confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, remaining butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. (5 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top of each layer. (5 minutes)
12 Step
Recipe View Stack the layers on a serving plate, frosting between each layer and on top of the cake. Frost the sides if desired. (3 minutes)
13 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts over the top of the cake for garnish. (1 minute)
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Sofia Hackett
Aug 19, 2024I found that 22 minutes was the sweet spot for baking in my oven. Be sure to check for doneness!
Hildegard Davis
Jun 8, 2024The frosting is so creamy and decadent – the perfect complement to the cake.
Rocio Stamm
Apr 21, 2024This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cake again.
Iliana Goldner
Feb 29, 2024This cake was a huge hit at our family gathering! Everyone raved about the moist texture and delicious flavor.
Cesar Parisian
Jun 2, 2023I substituted pecans for the walnuts, and it was just as amazing!