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Pizza Savory Muffins

Pizza Savory Muffins

Try our decadent Coconut Cake with cream cheese frosting & pecans. Perfect for holidays. Craving savory? Try our Pizza Savory Muffins next.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • 5 large eggs separated
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
  • 4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • q.s. extra chopped pecans and coconut flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire cooling racks
  • Cake server or large plate

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Add buttermilk to the mixture, then gently beat in flour and baking soda until just combined.
  5. Fold in shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
  6. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and melted butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar.
  11. Frost the layers of the cooled cake and garnish with chopped pecans and coconut flakes.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 7IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This recipe is loved for its ease and irresistible flavor. A dessert that will impress your baking skills!
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