MAKEOVER ITALIAN CREAM CAKE
This lightened up version of a classic cake will be a happy ending to any meal. The original recipe comes from Joanne Brininstool of Austin, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 18 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar for 2 minutes. Stir in applesauce. Add egg yolks and vanilla; beat for 1 minute. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk. , In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter. Fold in coconut and pecans. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake; sprinkle with pecans. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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Jason Manukau
manukau@gmail.comI've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Kutlwano Monageng
mkutlwano@hotmail.frThis cake is so moist and flavorful, it's hard to believe it's gluten-free.
Rasa Dasha
rasa@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.
John Unruh
j-u@yahoo.comI'm not a fan of coconut, so I omitted it from the frosting. The cake was still delicious.
Steven Millott
steven60@yahoo.comThe cake was a bit dry, but the frosting helped to make up for it.
Abedur Rahman
a-rahman@yahoo.comThis cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's perfect for special occasions.
Tomas Roque
r_tomas@yahoo.comI had some trouble getting the cake to rise evenly, but the overall flavor was still good.
bankole olabode
olabodebankole@gmail.comThe cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the frosting was amazing.
Samar Raza
r-s@gmail.comI'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully. It was a big hit at my party.
Brent Harrell
hb86@hotmail.comThis cake is absolutely divine! The combination of the moist cake, creamy filling, and whipped cream frosting is heavenly.
Sardha Devi
devi.s@gmail.comI was looking for a classic Italian cream cake recipe and this one fit the bill perfectly. It was easy to follow and the cake turned out delicious.
Burciaga family
f.burciaga8@gmail.comI've tried a lot of Italian cream cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so moist and flavorful.
RAAJ Sharma technology
r.t60@gmail.comThe cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The frosting is the star of the show, it's so light and fluffy.
Mim Puri
purim99@hotmail.co.ukThis Italian cream cake is a showstopper! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a creamy filling and a fluffy whipped cream frosting. I've made it several times for special occasions and it's always a hit.