Here’s a delicious Butter Pecan Cake recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon butter, for toasting pecans
For the Butter Pecan Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions:
1. Toast the Pecans:
- In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped pecans and toast them, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes until they’re fragrant and lightly browned.
- Remove from heat and let them cool.
2. Make the Cake:
- Preheat your 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 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 butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and toasted pecans.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Prepare the Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Stir in the toasted pecans.
4. Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
- Spread a generous amount of frosting over the top.
- Add the second layer, and repeat with more frosting.
- Add the final layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with additional toasted pecans if desired.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the cake and enjoy the rich, buttery, and nutty flavors of this delightful dessert!
This Butter Pecan Cake is perfect for special occasions or simply as a treat for yourself!
