Butter Pecan Caramel Layer Cake

Introduction

Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of this Butter Pecan Caramel Layer Cake. Soft, buttery cake layers studded with toasted pecans are paired with a luscious salted caramel buttercream, then topped with even more caramel and pecans. Perfect for celebrations or whenever you need a sweet escape!

Ingredients

Butter Pecan Cake Layers

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened

1¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar

4 large eggs

2½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup (240ml) buttermilk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1½ cups chopped toasted pecans

Salted Caramel Buttercream

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature

2½ cups (300g) powdered sugar

½ cup (120g) thick caramel sauce (plus extra for topping)

½ tsp sea salt

Topping

Whole pecans

Extra salted caramel for drizzling

Instructions