: Snowy Bavarian Bliss Cake

Ingredients

• 1 package white cake mix
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup evaporated milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, ensuring the pans are well-prepared for easy removal of the cakes once they’re baked.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg whites, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to beat the ingredients on medium speed until the batter is smooth and well combined. This should take about 2-3 minutes. The buttermilk will provide a tender crumb, while the egg whites will help the cake rise and stay light and fluffy.
3. Once the batter is ready, pour it evenly into the prepared cake pans. Make sure the batter is spread out evenly to ensure the cakes bake uniformly.
4. Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean. Be careful not to overbake the cakes, as you want them moist and tender. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. This cooling time helps the cakes firm up a bit, making them easier to remove from the pans.
5. After 10 minutes, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely. It’s important to let the cakes cool completely before frosting them to prevent the frosting from melting or sliding off.