Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, gluten-free Italian Cream Cake! A delightful twist on a classic, this recipe replaces shortening with butter for a richer, more flavorful experience. Moist, fluffy cake layers are perfectly complemented by a creamy, nutty cream cheese frosting. Easy to follow instructions make this show-stopping dessert achievable for even novice bakers. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 499.8 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free

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How to Make Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup vegetable oil at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 2 cups granulated sugar, beating well after each addition.
  4. Beat in 4 large egg yolks, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, 1 teaspoon xanthan gum, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
  7. Alternately add the dry ingredients and 1 cup buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  8. Stir in 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut.
  9. In a clean bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
  11. Divide batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
  14. While cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting:
  15. In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (softened), and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  16. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  17. Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans.
  18. Once cakes are completely cool, frost the layers and the top and sides of the cake.
  19. Serve and enjoy! Serves 10.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

179g

Fat

63g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free?

Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free?

Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free has approximately 499.8 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free?

The key ingredients for Italian Creme Cake Gluten Free are Butter, Oil, Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, Rice Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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