Pecan Pie Cake With Cinnamon Whipped Cream Frosting
If you're a fan of pecan pie and cake, this recipe is perfect for you. Pecan Pie Cake With Cinnamon Whipped Cream Frosting is a delicious and decadent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. The cake is moist and fluffy, with a rich pecan flavor. The frosting is light and fluffy, with a subtle cinnamon flavor that complements the sweetness of the cake. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or just looking for a special treat.
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Fold in chopped pecans.
5. Divide batter evenly between prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
6. To make the frosting, beat heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, and cinnamon together until soft peaks form.
7. Spread a layer of frosting between the two cake layers, then frost the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
Conclusion
Pecan Pie Cake With Cinnamon Whipped Cream Frosting is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of moist and fluffy cake with rich pecan flavor and light and fluffy frosting with cinnamon flavor is truly irresistible. This recipe is easy to make and will impress your guests. Enjoy!