ITALIAN CREAM CAKE RECIPE: Italian Cream Cake II

Italian Cream Cake II



Italian Cream Cake II Recipe

Ingredients

Cake

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp almond extract

  • Optional: additional chopped pecans and coconut for topping

Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pans

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. You can also line the bottoms with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.

  2. Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.

  3. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.

Step 4: Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients

  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 5: Fold in Pineapple, Coconut, and Pecans

  1. Gently fold in the drained pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans (if using) with a spatula.

Step 6: Beat Egg Whites

  1. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

  2. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter in three additions, being careful not to deflate them. This makes the cake light and airy.

Step 7: Bake the Cake

  1. Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

  2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  3. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.

  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

  3. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.

Step 9: Assemble the Cake

  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.

  2. Spread a thick layer of frosting evenly on top.

  3. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

  4. Optional: Sprinkle the top and sides with additional chopped pecans and shredded coconut for decoration.

Step 10: Serve and Store

  • Allow the cake to chill for 30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.

Tips for Best Italian Cream Cake

  1. Room temperature ingredients: Butter, eggs, and cream cheese should be at room temperature for smooth mixing.

  2. Do not overmix egg whites: Fold gently to maintain the airy texture.

  3. Drain pineapple well: Excess moisture can make the cake soggy.

  4. Optional upgrades: Add a teaspoon of rum or bourbon to the frosting for a richer flavor.


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A great Italian cream cake recipe...try this one !
INGREDIENTS

* 1/2 cup margarine, softened
* 1/2 cup shortening
* 2 cups white sugar
* 5 egg yolks
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 teaspoon baking soda
* 1 cup buttermilk
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1 1/3 cups flaked coconut
* 1 cup chopped pecans
* 5 egg whites
* 8 ounces cream cheese
* 1/2 cup margarine, softened
* 4 cups confectioners' sugar
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup chopped pecans

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8 inch round cake pans.
2. Beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
3. In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup margarine and shortening till light. Add white sugar, and beat till fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Stir together flour and baking soda, and add alternately with buttermilk into the creamed mixture; mix well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla,
coconut, and 1 cup pecans. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
Spoon into prepared pans.
4. Bake for 25 to 40 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove to wire rack to cool completely.
5. Combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup margarine, confectioners' sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in mixer bowl. Beat till smooth. Add coconut if desired. Frost the cooled cake. The remaining 1/2 cup pecans can be stirred into frosting or sprinkled onto the cake after it is frosted.
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