Introduction:
This Italian Wedding Cake recipe is a light, fluffy, and absolutely delicious dessert that will be a hit at any celebration. The combination of almond and vanilla flavors with a hint of coconut is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 6 egg whites
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the batter.
- Stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, assemble the cake by layering the cake rounds with your favorite frosting between each layer.
- Decorate the top with additional coconut and pecans, if desired.
- Slice and serve the delicious Italian Wedding Cake at your celebration!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 48g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 19g || Saturated Fat: 10g || Cholesterol: 40mg || Sodium: 230mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 30g