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Easy Decadent 3-Layer Italian Cream Cake From Cake Mix
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Easy Decadent 3-Layer Italian Cream Cake From Cake Mix

This cake would usually be extremely labor-intensive to make. Luckily, we've developed a quick and easy Italian cream cake from cake mix recipe.
Prep Time25 minutes
Baking Time39 minutes
Total Time1 hour 4 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 9 inch three-layer cake
Author: Cakedecorist

Equipment

  • 8 or 9-inch cake pans (preferably 3)
  • Non-stick baking paper
  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric hand or stand mixer
  • Cake board or server
  • Palette knife (preferably offset)

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for the creme cake

Ingredients for the frosting and garnish

  • 8- ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature
  • 4- ounces salted butter softened at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 4 - 6 tablespoons milk, room temperature
  • Pecan nut, garnish (optional)
  • Coconut flakes garnish (optional)

Instructions 

  • Prepare the cake pans
    To start, we will be making the cake batter first. Now, there are a few things to consider for the cake layers, mainly their size. As we have mentioned, this is a 3-layer cake, however, you can make as many or as few as you'd like. And, they don't have to be exceptionally thick. Have a look at our tips and tricks section for conversion notes.
    Once you have decided on the number of layers, you can prepare the cake pans. Line the bottoms with non-stick baking paper. Then, coat the sides with non-stick baking spray.
    You can preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC).
  • Make the cake Italian cream cake from cake mix
    First, combine the cake mix, instant pudding mix, and baking powder into a large mixing bowl. Set the mixture aside.
    In a separate bowl, whisk together water, oil, flavoring ingredients, and large eggs. Make sure that the ingredients are very well combined.
    Then, create a well inside the middle of the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients inside and slowly whisk everything together. Keep whisking until all of the ingredients are close to being fully incorporated.
    Finally, add your chopped pecan nuts and shredded coconut. Mix until you have a uniform cake batter.
    1 box (18.25-ounces) vanilla sponge cake mix, 1 packet (3 ounces) vanilla pudding mix, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2/3 cup water,room temperature, 1/2 cup canola oil, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 4 large eggs, room temperature, 1 cup pecan nuts, toasted and chopped, 1 cup shredded coconut, lightly toasted
  • Bake the cake
    Divide the cake batter evenly between 3 prepped cake pans. If you only have one or two pans, see the tips and tricks section.
    Once poured, place the cakes into the oven and bake them for roughly 40 minutes. You can test the doneness by inserting a toothpick (or cake tester) into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake has been baked for long enough
    Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature.
  • Make the cream cheese frosting
    While your cake is baking, start making the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer. Once they are light and fluffy, whisk in the vanilla extract.
    Then, add the powdered sugar. Continue beating the frosting until it is fluffy. If the consistency is too thick, add a bit of milk at a time until you achieve the desired consistency.
    8- ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature, 4- ounces salted butter softened at room temperature, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted, 4 - 6 tablespoons milk, room temperature
  • Decorate your cake
    You can level your cakes once they have been cooled. Then, once your frosting is prepared, begin decorating.
    Place some frosting in the center of a cake board or server. Then. stick the first layer of cake onto it. Cover it with frosting and add another layer of cake. Keep layering the cakes, alternating between frosting and cake.
    Once finished, you can decorate the entire cake in any way that you'd like. Top it with some toasted pecan nuts and coconut flakes if you'd like.
    Pecan nut, garnish (optional), Coconut flakes garnish (optional)
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