ITALIAN WEDDING CAKE

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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 1h6m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18.25-ounce) box white cake mix (recommended: Betty Crocker)
1 stick butter, softened
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
3 egg whites
1 tablespoon vanilla extract (recommended: McCormick)
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (recommended: McCormick)
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained (recommended: Dole)
1/2 cup sweetened flake coconut (recommended: Baker's)
2 cups chopped pecans, divided (recommended: Diamond)
2 (16-ounce) cans cream cheese frosting (recommended: Betty Crocker)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lightly coat 2 (8-inch) cake pans with cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, butter, buttermilk, egg whites, and extracts. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping down sides of the bowl as needed. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Fold in crushed pineapple, coconut, and 1 cup pecans. Divide batter into 2 prepared cake pans. Bake in preheated oven for 31 to 36 minutes or until tester inserted in middle comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes then turn out on to wire racks to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, stir together remaining 1 cup pecans and frosting. With a serrated knife, cut both cakes horizontally to make 4 layers. Frost the top of each layer with 1/2 cup of frosting and stack on top of the next layer. Use remaining frosting to frost the entire outside of cake. Slice and serve.

Sajib Hk
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Overall, I thought this cake was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Muhammad Ahad
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This cake is way too sweet!


AESTHETIC GURL
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I found the instructions in this recipe to be a bit confusing.


MIKE ARRINGTON
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This cake is a bit too dry for my taste.


Bilkees Jahan
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I love the almond flavor in this cake. It's so unique and delicious.


Gdcgr Rdged
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Kawsar Op
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Eva Munoz
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This cake is definitely a labor of love, but it's worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that will impress your guests.


Bello comedy
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but the flavor was still good.


Ukamaka Confidence
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still a good dessert.


Bob Marlee
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I'm not a big fan of traditional wedding cake, but this Italian version is amazing. It's light and airy, with a delicate almond flavor.


Huzaifa Khan
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This cake is easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of vanilla and almond flavors.


LaDiamond B. (Diamond)
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I've made this cake twice now and it's always a crowd pleaser. The almond flavor is subtle but really shines through. And the texture is to die for.


Alvaro Gamboa
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This Italian wedding cake was a huge hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.