Butter Pecan Cake 🎂🍰
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of this Butter Pecan Cake, a perfect treat for any occasion. This cake combines the delightful crunch of toasted pecans with a moist, buttery cake base, topped off with a creamy, decadent frosting.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted and chopped
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped (for topping)
Directions:
Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the vanilla extract and toasted pecans.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with a layer of frosting. Repeat with the second layer. Top with the final cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the top of the cake for garnish.
Serving:
- Slice and serve this delicious Butter Pecan Cake, and enjoy the buttery, nutty goodness with friends and family.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12
