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Butter Pecan Cake Layers

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Indulge in a slice of Butter Pecan Cake Layers, a decadent cake with layers of moist, buttery cake infused with toasted pecans and a creamy frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 ¾ cups cake flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves, very finely chopped (divided)
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 6 oz full-fat brick-style cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
  • 4 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium-low heat until it turns brown. Allow it to cool completely.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Pour the cooled browned butter into the dry mixture and combine until it resembles coarse sand.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix this into the dry ingredients until just smooth. Fold in 1 cup of the finely chopped pecans.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 15-20 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, mixing until fluffy.
  9. Level the cooled cake layers, frost between the layers, and then frost the top and sides. Optionally, garnish with chopped pecans. Chill before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a uniform bake. Toasting the pecans can enhance flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: cake, butter pecan, dessert, frosting, celebration

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