Description
Indulge in this pecan caramel cake, a rich and moist dessert layered with creamy frosting, crunchy pecans, and drizzled caramel. Perfect for special occasions!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pecans.
- Divide batter between cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let cakes cool completely before frosting.
- Layer with cream cheese frosting and drizzle caramel sauce on top.
- Garnish with extra pecans and caramel drizzle.
Notes
- Toast the pecans for a richer flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American