Nana’s Italian Holiday Cream Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Nana's Italian Holiday Cream Cake, a rich and decadent dessert perfect for any celebration
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Prep

30 min

Cook

25-30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups white sugar
5 eggs , separated
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 can flaked coconut
Frosting :
1 package cream cheese , softened
1/4 cup margarine , softened
1 pound confectioners ' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
675
Sugar
70g
Fat
40g
Nana's Italian Holiday Cream Cake is a family recipe passed down through generations. It's a rich and decadent dessert that's perfect for celebrating a special occasion or holiday. The cake itself is a classic yellow cake, but it's elevated with the addition of chopped pecans and flaked coconut. The cream cheese frosting is smooth, creamy, and complements the cake perfectly. While this cake may not be an everyday dessert, it's sure to impress and delight your guests when served.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour three 9-inch cake pans.
2.In a large bowl, cream together margarine, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Add egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4.In a separate bowl, sift together flour and baking soda. Add to creamed mixture, alternating with buttermilk and vanilla.
5.In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold egg whites into cake batter.
6.Fold in chopped pecans and flaked coconut.
7.Pour batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8.Cool cakes completely before assembling and frosting.
9.For the frosting, cream together cream cheese and margarine until smooth. Gradually add confectioners' sugar and vanilla, beating until well combined.

PROS

This cake is rich and indulgent, perfect for a special occasion.

The cream cheese frosting is smooth, creamy, and delicious.

The cake can be made ahead of time and assembled the day of serving.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It requires a few steps to make, so it may not be suitable for beginner bakers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The pecans in this recipe provide protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
The buttermilk and cream cheese also provide some calcium.

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