This decadent cake combines the rich flavor of butter pecan with a tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s perfect for special occasions or a simple treat for yourself.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup butter pecan ice cream, softened
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake: * Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. * In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. * In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter until light and fluffy. * Gradually add sugar mixture to butter, beating until well combined. * Add buttermilk and vanilla extract to the batter, mixing until just incorporated. * Fold in chopped pecans and softened butter pecan ice cream. * Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. * 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 before inverting them onto wire racks to cool completely.
2. Make the Frosting: * In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. * Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined. * Increase speed to medium and beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. * Stir in vanilla extract.
3. Assemble the Cake: * Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. * Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top. * Place the second cake layer on top and frost the remaining sides and top of the cake. * Decorate with additional chopped pecans or butter pecan ice cream, if desired.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, use toasted pecans.
- To make the cake even more moist, you can soak the layers with a simple syrup made with water and sugar.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your delicious Butter Pecan Cake!