Southern Pecan Caramel Cake

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with buttermilk. Stir in chopped pecans.
5. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Icing

1. In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly for 2 minutes.
2. Add milk and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of the icing.
2. Top with the second cake layer and spread remaining icing on top and sides.
3. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Let set before slicing.

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