Recipe for Butter Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Recipe for Butter Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

For the Frosting:

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted (for decorating, optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
   • In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
   • Fold in the toasted pecans.
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
3. Assemble the Cake:
   • Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top.
   • Add the second cake layer and repeat with more frosting. Top with the third layer.
   • Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
   • If desired, press the toasted pecans around the sides of the cake for decoration.
4. Serve:
   • Slice and serve the cake, preferably at room temperature for the best texture.

This butter pecan cake is rich, moist, and full of flavor. The cream cheese frosting complements the buttery cake and toasted pecans perfectly, making it a great dessert for any special occasion. Enjoy!