Cake Mix Italian Cream Cake is a delightful twist on the traditional Italian cream cake, offering the same rich flavors with a simplified preparation using a boxed cake mix. This cake is infused with coconut, pecans, and a creamy frosting, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions or everyday indulgence. The combination of moist cake layers and luscious cream cheese frosting creates a decadent treat that’s easy to make yet impressively delicious.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 box (18.25 oz) white cake mix
- 1 package (3.5 oz) instant vanilla pudding
- 1 ½ cups water
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup canola oil
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups flaked coconut
For the Frosting:
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1-2 tablespoons cream
- 2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 ½ cups flaked coconut (for garnish)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 2: Prepare the Cake Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, vanilla pudding, water, eggs, and oil.
- Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pecans and flaked coconut.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted off-center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Step 4: Make the Frosting
- In a medium-sized bowl, blend butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, mixing until creamy.
- Stir in cream to achieve a spreadable consistency.
Step 5: Frost and Garnish
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle with flaked coconut for a decorative finish.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Slice and serve at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Easy & Convenient: Uses a cake mix for a simplified baking process.
- Rich & Moist: The addition of pudding mix enhances texture and flavor.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for celebrations or casual desserts.
- Customizable: Add extra nuts or coconut for more texture.
Would you like variations, such as making it into cupcakes or adding a caramel drizzle? 😊 You can find more details here and here.