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**Quick Italian Cream Cake – Don’t LOSE This Recipe!**
**Why You’ll Love Quick Italian Cream Cake**
– **Easy and Fast**: Despite its rich flavor, this cake is surprisingly easy to make. You won’t need any fancy baking skills to impress your friends and family.
– **Perfect for Any Occasion**: From birthdays to holidays or just a weekend treat, this cake works for any event. It’s a versatile dessert that always pleases a crowd.
– **Moist and Flavorful**: The combination of coconut and pecans in the cake keeps it moist and adds a delightful texture and flavor.
– **Creamy Frosting**: The cream cheese frosting perfectly complements the richness of the cake, making each bite heavenly.
This cake is all about simple, quality ingredients that come together to create something truly special. Here’s what you’ll need:
### For the Cake:
– **2 cups all-purpose flour**
– **1 ½ teaspoons baking soda**
– **½ teaspoon salt**
– **1 cup unsalted butter**, softened
– **1 ½ cups granulated sugar**
– **4 large eggs**
– **1 teaspoon vanilla extract**
– **1 cup buttermilk**
– **1 cup sweetened shredded coconut**
– **1 cup chopped pecans** (or walnuts, if preferred)
**How to Make Quick Italian Cream Cake**
### **Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Cake Pans**
Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure the cakes come out easily once baked. You can also line the bottoms of the pans with parchment paper for added ease.
### **Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar**
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the **butter** and **granulated sugar** until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes. The texture should be pale and airy.
### **Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla**
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the **vanilla extract** to enhance the flavor of the cake.
### **Step 6: Fold in the Coconut and Pecans**
Once the batter is ready, fold in the **shredded coconut** and **chopped pecans**. These ingredients give the cake its distinctive flavor and texture, making it uniquely delicious.
**Step 7: Bake the Cake**
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula and bake for **25-30 minutes** or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cakes should be golden brown and firm to the touch.