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Old Fashioned Italian Cream Cake

April 13, 2022 by Meg 2 Comments

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This Old Fashioned Italian Cream Cake is three layers of pure perfection. Toasted coconut and pecan pieces add plenty of texture to the simply delicious cream cheese frosting. This cake is a favorite at our house!

A layered Italian Cream Cake on a white cake stand with two sliced pieces and glasses of milk.

A note from the chef

This is a sweet and dense cake, perfect for a large gathering or party. My family liked it so much that we ended up making it twice within a month for birthdays! The cream cheese frosting is fluffy and decadent without feeling overpowering. You will definitely want to save this Italian Cream Cake recipe for later!

Ingredients for Italian Cream Cake

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 5 large eggs, separated, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1-½ cups shredded coconut
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans

Ingredients for Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-½ teaspoons vanilla extract
a slice of old fashioned italian cream cake positioned in front of the layered cake.


optional garnishes

  • 2 cups shredded coconut, toasted 
  • ½ cup finely chopped pecans

Instructions: How to make Italian Cream Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°. Grease and lightly flour three 9 inch round baking pans. I also recommend cutting a piece of parchment paper to the size of the pan and adding it to the bottom.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy for 5-7 minutes. 
  • Beat in egg yolks and vanilla extract. Whisk together flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Mix until just combined. 
  • Fold in coconut and pecans.
  • In another bowl, beat egg whites with clean beaters until stiff. Fold the whipped egg whites into the batter.
  • Pour into prepared pans and smooth the top in a nice, even layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes.  Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the middle of each cake. Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes before inverting from pans onto wire cooling racks.

Instructions: How to Make Italian Cream Frosting

  • For the frosting, use a stand mixer to beat the cream cheese and butter for five minutes. It will be smooth and fluffy. Add in powdered sugar and vanilla and beat for five minutes more. The frosting will be incredibly light and fluffy. Spread the frosting between the cake layers and on the top and sides of the cake. 
  • Garnish with toasted coconut and pecans.  See tip below for how to toast shredded coconut in the oven.
  • Store finished cake in the refrigerator for up to one week. 
Profile of a coconut crusted Old Fashioned Italian cream cake on a white serving stand.

How to make toasted coconut 

Preheat the oven to 325°. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place two cups of shredded coconut in a thin, single layer on the prepared baking sheet.  Position the sheet in the oven on the lower rack. 

After 3 to 4 minutes, take out the sheet pan and stir the coconut gently. Spread the coconut back into a single, even layer on your pan and return it to the oven for another 3 minutes. The coconut will have a slightly browned or orange appearance and a nutty aroma.

How to store Italian Cream Cake 

This Old Fashioned Italian Cream cake recipe can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.  For extended storage, cover the cake with plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Can Italian Cream Cake be frozen?

Yes!  To make this cake ahead of time, bake the cake layers and let them cool completely.  Wrap the layers in plastic wrap, followed by foil.  Store the layers in the freezer for up to one month.  When it is time to assemble the cake, allow the layers to defrost and decorate with frosting and garnishes.

To freeze leftover cake, wrap the individual pieces in plastic wrap followed by a layer of tin foil. The cake pieces can be stored in the freezer for up to one month.  Simply remove the slices from the freezer and allow them to thaw fully for about four hours prior to serving.

Birdseye view of an Italian Cream Cheese Cake

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Old Fashioned Italian Cream Cake

This Old Fashioned Italian Cream Cake is three layers of pure perfection. Toasted coconut and pecan pieces add plenty of texture to the simply delicious cream cheese frosting. This cake is a favorite at our house!
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
cooling time & frosting time30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: coconut, cream cheese, italian cake, italian cream, layered cake, old fashioned, pecans
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 915kcal
Author: Meg
Cost: $14

Equipment

  • 2 cake pans 8-9 inches
  • stand mixer

Ingredients

Ingredients for Italian Cream Cake

  • ½ cup butter unsalted & room temperature
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 5 eggs large & room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 1-1 ½ cups coconut unsweetened & shredded
  • 1 cup pecans finely chopped

Ingredients for Italian Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 12 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • ¾ cu butter unsalted & room temperature
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

How to make Italian Cream Cake

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and lightly flour three 9 inch round baking pans. 
    An image showing how to line baking pans with parchment paper to prevent cakes from sticking.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes in a stand mixer with paddle attachment.
    Perfectly creamed butter and sugar that has a light and fluffy texture being shown on a spatula.
  • Beat in egg yolks and vanilla extract. Combine flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Mix until just combined. 
    combining butter mixture with buttermilk and flour
  • Fold in coconut and pecans.
    folding in the dry ingredients with the pecans and coconut
  • In another bowl, beat egg whites with clean beaters until stiff. Fold the whipped egg whites into the batter. Pour into prepared pans.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes.  Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the middle of a cake. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
    let the cake cool for ten minutes before inverting it onto a cooling rack

How to make Italian Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Beat the cream cheese and butter in a stand mixer with whisk attachment for five minutes until smooth.
  • Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla five minutes more until light and fluffy.
  • Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of room temperature or chilled cake. 

Optional Garnish

  • Garnish with toasted coconut and pecans.  See tip below for how to toast shredded coconut in the oven.

Notes

How to toast coconut 
Preheat the oven to 325°. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Place two cups of shredded coconut in a thin, single layer on the prepared baking sheet.  Position the sheet in the oven on the lower rack. 
After 3 to 4 minutes, take out the sheet pan and stir the coconut with a wooden spoon. Spread the coconut back into a single, even layer on your pan and return it to the oven for another 3 minutes.
How to store Italian Cream Cheese Cake 
This Italian cream cake recipe can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.  For extended storage, cover the cake with plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Can Italian Cream Cheese Cake be frozen?
Yes!  To make this cake ahead of time, bake the cake layers and let them cool completely.  Wrap the layers in plastic wrap, followed by foil.  Store the layers in the freezer for up to one month.  When it is time to assemble the cake, allow the layers to defrost and decorate with frosting and garnishes.
To freeze leftover cake, wrap the individual pieces in plastic wrap followed by a layer of tin foil. The cake pieces can be stored in the freezer for up to one month.  Simply remove the slices from the freezer and allow them to thaw fully for about four hours prior to serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 915kcal | Carbohydrates: 114g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 384mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 95g | Vitamin A: 1108IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 2mg

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how long does cream cheese frosting last in the refrigerator

While the buttercream frosting sold in grocery stores is shelf-stable, homemade cream cheese frosting is made with simple ingredients and has a shelf life that is much shorter.  

Italian cream cake frosting is made with high fat content dairy products, including butter and cream cheese. Because of the dairy, it's a good idea to store leftover cream cheese frosting in the refrigerator for later use.  The best way to store the homemade frosting in an airtight container, like a glass mason jar with tight fitting lid.  It will be safe to use for up to one month. If the frosting develops an off-putting tangy flavor, it may have been contaminated and it's important to pay attention to the signs of spoilage. For best results, use the refrigerated frosting within 2-4 weeks.

what can I do with leftover frosting?

Let me just say, this is the best cream cheese frosting recipe! Whenever I make cream cheese icing, I usually end up with extra.  There are many different ways to use this easy cream cheese frosting recipe! One of the best options is to drizzle it over fresh Sourdough Crepes or to ice a small batch of Sweet Cream Sugar Cookies.

The sweet cream cheese is a perfect complement to cakes like carrot cake cupcakes, birthday cakes with sprinkles and even made into chocolate cream cheese frosting with a little extra added cocoa powder. One of my favorite additions is lemon juice to make a summery lemon cake.  

Whenever this fluffy frosting has chilled in the refrigerator, after a while it becomes a little bit thick.  I simply stir in a little heavy cream and then mix until it gets my desired consistency. 

Can cream cheese frosting be frozen?


Yes, but it isn't my first choice.  To freeze leftover frosting, put 1-2 cups in a gallon freezer bag and push the frosting until it is flat inside the bag and remove as much air as possible.  Freeze it for up to three months.

Affectionately yours, Meg
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  1. Jessica Robinson

    April 27, 2022 at 6:38 am

    5 stars
    I absolutely loved this cake! Most people may not know this, but adding shortening and butter to a cake gives it that amazing butter flavor, but the shortening makes it super light and fluffy!! That's so good!

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  2. Carrie

    March 23, 2023 at 6:27 pm

    5 stars
    Oh---I am so excited to try this recipe for our Easter gathering!

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