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Caramel Pecan Layer Cake

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Caramel Pecan Layer Cake is a decadent Southern-style dessert featuring moist cake layers filled with caramel frosting and topped with toasted pecans and rich caramel sauce. Ideal for special occasions and holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
  • 1 1/2 cups caramel sauce
  • 2 cups cream cheese or buttercream frosting
  • Optional: 1/2 cup soft caramel candies, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, layer the cakes with caramel frosting between each layer.
  11. Drizzle caramel sauce over each frosted layer and top with more chopped pecans and optional caramel candies.

Notes

  • Use homemade caramel for the best flavor and texture.
  • Let the caramel cool slightly before layering to prevent sliding.
  • Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor and adds crunch.
  • Frosting options include cream cheese or buttercream—both pair well with caramel.
  • Refrigerate the assembled cake and let it come to room temperature before serving.

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