When I came across a vintage recipe for Vanilla Wafer Cake I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. A cake made with crushed Nilla wafers… is that really worth it? The short answer: absolutely YES. The flavors and textures of this cake are incredible. Super moist with deliciously crispy edges, you’d never guess it was made with a crushed cookie! If you’re a fan of nostalgic flavors and buttery desserts, then this cake is going to be right up your alley.
It starts out with a full box of Nilla Wafer. Place them in a large ziplock and crush them with a rolling pin or spoon until only fine crumbs remain. There’s no flour in this recipe so these crumbs will provide the substance of the cake. Mix them in with sugar, butter, and 6 eggs (I know that seems like a lot of eggs, but just trust the process). Gradually add in the milk and cookie crumbs until a thick batter forms. The final step is adding in the coconut and pecans for some sweet and nutty flavor.
