Southern Butter Pecan Cake

Ohhh Ashley 😍, this Southern Butter Pecan Cake is buttery, nutty, and melt-in-your-mouth moist — the kind of cake that makes everyone ask for seconds. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any time you want a little Southern indulgence! 🥧🌰✨


🌰 Southern Butter Pecan Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:
  • 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400 g) sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
For the Butter Pecan Frosting:
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted

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