🍰 Vanilla Wafer Cake

Here’s a nostalgic Southern favorite — Vanilla Wafer Cake! Made without flour, this rich and moist cake uses crushed vanilla wafers as the base, packed with coconut, pecans, and buttery flavor. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime dessert calls.

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🍰 Vanilla Wafer Cake

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 1 hour
Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12–16

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📝 Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 1 (11 oz) box vanilla wafers, crushed (about 3 cups crumbs)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan or 9×13″ pan.
2. Cream butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in crushed vanilla wafers, then add milk and mix until combined.
5. Fold in coconut, pecans, and vanilla extract.
6. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

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✅ Tips:

• Use a food processor for quick, even vanilla wafer crumbs.
• Want a twist? Add mini chocolate chips or swap pecans for walnuts.
• This cake stays moist for days — store at room temp covered tightly.