Butter Pecan Cake: A Slice of Heaven 🍰✨
This Butter Pecan Cake is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion, resonating with the warm, nutty flavors of browned butter and pecans. The combination of a moist, tender cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting is sure to impress your family and friends. Follow this comprehensive guide for a seamless baking experience, and enjoy every step of creating this delectable dessert.
Ingredients Overview
For the Cake
1 cup (226g) unsalted butter: Browning the butter enhances the flavor with a nutty aroma.
3 cups (333g) cake flour: Provides a light, tender crumb.
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and structure.
1 cup (200g) light brown sugar, firmly packed: Adds moisture and a caramel-like flavor.
1 teaspoon baking powder: Helps the cake rise.
½ teaspoon baking soda: Balances the acidity and aids in leavening.
1 teaspoon salt: Enhances all the flavors.
1 ½ cups (354ml) buttermilk, room temperature preferred: Adds moisture and tanginess.
2 large eggs, room temperature preferred: Binds the ingredients together.
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract: Adds depth of flavor.
1 ½ cups (160g) pecan halves, very finely chopped: Provides a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
For the Icing
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