This glorious Italian Cream Cake is one of the greatest cakes ever invented! It's a spectacular cake, any way you slice it. Pardon the pun. The rich thick pecan and coconut filled batter is only trumped by the decadent cream cheese frosting. It's ideal for showcasing as the feature dessert for birthdays, holidays or any special gathering. Easy Italian Cream Cake RecipeWhat's Italian About This Cream Cake? Nothing, actually. This vintage cake dubbed "Italian Cream Cake" is more Southern than Italian and no one really knows definitively why it was given this name. That said, Italian cream cake recipes are basically the same, and true to form as it is with all recipes, my take on it has evolved through the years in my kitchen. While it does take several steps to create this cake it's a labor of love well worth the effort when you see the delight on the faces of your family and friends. It's a very special cake for a special occasion. How to Make the Best Italian Cream Cake RecipeMy family members are die hard sweet or savory coconut fans. Coconut and pecans pair beautifully in this spectacular cake frosted with a dreamy cream cheese frosting. It's such an amazing cake, it's guaranteed to turn any occasion into something special. I always like to include a few tips to ensure your cake making success:
More Southern Style Cake Recipes to Add to MakeCakes just spell celebration no matter when they're served. In my opinion, life is much too short to skip dessert or only have cake once a year on your birthday. Baking can be therapeutic, and sweets tend to bring happiness to those around you. Other cakes you may like to try:
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Prep Time25 mins Cook Time30 mins Cooling Time (Layers)2 hrs Total Time55 mins Course: Dessert Cuisine: American Keyword: Italian-cream-cake Servings: 12 pieces Calories: 1216kcal
a) To toast the pecans: Lay in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in a 350°F oven
for 6-8 minutes. Cool completely before adding to the batter. Serving: 1piece | Calories: 1216kcal | Carbohydrates: 149g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 68g | Saturated Fat: 38g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 201mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 123g | Vitamin A: 1101IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.Learn more about me → Reader Interactions |