Italian Wedding Cake
Italian wedding cake is a deliciously moist dessert that combines the warm flavors of almond and vanilla, enveloped in fluffy cream cheese frosting. This cake is not only visually appealing with its soft white exterior and colorful sprinkles but also creates cherished memories during celebrations. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, or any occasion, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- Decorative sprinkles or fruits (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture until just combined. Stir in milk, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
- Divide batter between prepared pans; bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and springy.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes; transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and whipped cream until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cakes generously; decorate with sprinkles or fruits as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg