Italian Cream Cheese Cake: The Best Homemade Indulgence
A rich and moist Italian cream cheese cake that is perfect for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add flour mixture and buttermilk alternately to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in coconut and pecans.
- Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
- For a stronger coconut flavor, use coconut extract.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg