Chocolate Pecan Cake with Butter-Toasted Pecans
Treat yourself to a slice of decadence with this Chocolate Pecan Cake, featuring rich, chocolatey layers and the perfect balance of crunchy, buttery toasted pecans. Topped with a smooth and creamy chocolate buttercream frosting, this cake is sure to impress at any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee (enhances chocolate flavor!)
- 1 ½ cups chopped butter-toasted pecans (see below)
For the Butter-Toasted Pecans:
- 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
For the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons heavy cream
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