Italian Cream Cake

This Italian Cream Cake is a rich and decadent layered cake known for its moist texture, nutty flavor from pecans and coconut, and a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s a show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients:

For the Cake Layers:

IngredientQuantityNotes
All-purpose flour3 cups
Granulated sugar2 cups
Baking soda1 teaspoon
Baking powder1 teaspoon
Salt1/2 teaspoon
Unsalted butter1 cup (softened)
Buttermilk1 1/2 cupsRoom temperature
Large eggs5 (separated)Room temperature
Vanilla extract2 teaspoons
Almond extract1 teaspoon
Sweetened shredded coconut1 1/2 cups
Pecans1 1/2 cupsToasted and chopped
Cream of tartar1/4 teaspoon

For the Cream Cheese Frosting: