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Moist Italian Cream Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting Guide

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A moist Italian cream cake with toasted coconut and pecans, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or dairy-free buttermilk substitute)
  • 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
  • 1 ½ cups (135g) sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans, toasted
  • 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. Toast shredded coconut and chopped pecans on a baking sheet in the oven for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a mixer bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
  6. With mixer on low, alternate adding flour mixture in three parts and buttermilk and sour cream in two parts, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  7. Gently fold in toasted coconut and pecans using a spatula.
  8. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
  10. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla extract. Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until spreadable consistency is reached.
  12. Assemble cake by spreading frosting on bottom layer, topping with second layer, then frosting top and sides evenly.
  13. Optionally, garnish with additional toasted coconut or chopped pecans.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix batter to keep cake tender. Toast coconut and pecans for enhanced flavor. Chill frosting if too soft before applying. Cake tastes better the next day. Store wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or airtight container.

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