CAKE MIX ITALIAN CREAM CAKE

Making an Italian Cream Cake using a cake mix is a convenient way to achieve a delicious dessert with less effort. Here’s a simple recipe for a Cake Mix Italian Cream Cake:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 box (about 15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for decorating, optional)

Instructions:

For the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box.
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped nuts.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake according to the instructions on the cake mix box or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Assembling the Cake:

1. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting over the top of the first layer.
3. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
4. Optionally, decorate the top of the cake with additional chopped nuts.
5. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1-2 hours before serving to allow the frosting to set.

Enjoy your easy and delicious Cake Mix Italian Cream Cake!