Introduction
Southern Pecan Caramel Cake is a rich, decadent dessert that embodies the essence of Southern baking. With layers of moist, buttery cake filled with a luscious caramel pecan filling and topped with a creamy caramel frosting, this cake is perfect for special occasions or anytime you want to indulge. This detailed recipe will guide you through making this delicious cake from scratch, ensuring every bite is a taste of Southern comfort.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: 1 cup (2 sticks), softened
- Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, packed
- Eggs: 4 large
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Buttermilk: 1 cup
- Pecans: 1 cup, finely chopped
For the Caramel Filling:
- Brown sugar: 1 1/2 cups, packed
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pecans: 1 cup, coarsely chopped
For the Caramel Frosting:
- Brown sugar: 1 cup, packed
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Heavy cream: 1/4 cup
- Powdered sugar: 2 cups, sifted
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon