Description
This Buttery Pecan Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting combines rich, buttery flavors with nutty toasted pecans and a decadent frosting that is sure to please any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1⁄2 cups toasted pecans, chopped
- For Frosting:
- 1⁄2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans.
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk.
- Fold in the toasted pecans.
- Bake in prepared pans for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Prepare the frosting and frost the cooled cake layers.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming. Don’t rush the toasting process; it enhances the flavor of your pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 400 per slice
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Protein: 6 g