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Southern Pecan Caramel Cake

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 slices
Calories 550
A rich and indulgent cake featuring toasted pecans and a luscious caramel frosting, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)

Caramel Frosting

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch pinch salt
  • 2-3 cups powdered sugar (or more, as needed)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease, flour, and line two 9-inch pans with parchment.
  • Mix dry ingredients and chopped pecans. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Alternate dry and buttermilk into wet, then divide into pans.
  • Bake for 28-32 minutes, cool in pans 10 minutes, then cool completely on wire racks.
  • Make caramel by melting sugar and butter, boiling until deep amber, then whisk in cream, vanilla, and salt. Cool until thick.
  • Beat in powdered sugar to desired consistency. Assemble cake with frosting, garnish with chopped pecans.

Notes

Ensure caramel is cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $20
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Keyword: cake, caramel, pecans