Italian Cream Cake

April 05, 2013

I was very surprised on how this recipe turned out. It's moist and good. I believe this cake is very nice to eat as a special day with family :) I topped it out with some whipped cream and its a great combo, so you can do the same if you'd like (^-^)!

5 Eggs, separated at room temperature
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or Margarine, at room temperature
1/2 cup Vegetable Shortening
1 1/4cups Sugar
2 cups All-Purpose Flour
1 tsp Baking Soda
1 cup Buttermilk, room temperature
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
2 cups Shredded Sweetened Coconut
1 cup Pecans or Walnuts

Place egg whites in mixer bowl. Turn to medium-high speed and whip for 2 1/2 -3 minutes, or until egg whites are stiff but not dry. Place egg whites in another bowl ;set aside. Place butter, shortening,...
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Nutritions

Calories
289

Sodium
136mg
5% DV

Fat
19g
29% DV

Protein
4g
9% DV

Carbs
18g
6% DV

Fiber
2g
11% DV