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Quick Italian Cream Cake

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A delightful dessert that captures the essence of Italian flavors, featuring a tender crumb and luscious texture, enriched with pecans and shredded coconut.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and grease a round cake pan.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  7. Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans gently.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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