Here’s a classic Pecan Praline Cake recipe — rich, nutty, and layered with caramel-like praline frosting.

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🌰 Pecan Praline Cake

Ingredients (8–10 servings)

Cake

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk

Praline Pecan Topping / Filling

• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Buttercream Frosting (optional, for layers)

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3–4 cups powdered sugar
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, starting and ending with flour.
6. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

2. Make Praline Pecan Topping

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, cream, and butter.
2. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chopped pecans.
4. Let cool slightly before spreading on cake layers.

3. Assemble the Cake

• If using buttercream: spread a layer between the two cake layers.
• Pour the praline pecan mixture over the top (and sides if desired).

4. Optional Garnish

• Whole pecans on top
• Drizzle of extra caramel sauce

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⭐ Tips

• Praline mixture: Cook carefully — too long and it will harden.
• Cake texture: Buttermilk makes it moist; you can substitute milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temp for 1–2 days, or refrigerate up to 4 days.

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I can also give you a sheet pan version, mini bundt version, or a simpler one-bowl quick version if you want a shortcut.

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