Description
Looking for the best butter pecan bliss cake? This simple and easy dessert is full of rich flavor, toasted pecans, and creamy glaze! Perfect for holidays, cozy nights, or healthy-ish indulgent gatherings. Quick to make, soft in texture, and full of warmth—save this cake recipe today!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/4 cups toasted pecans (chopped)
- For glaze: 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch cake pan.
- Toast pecans in a dry skillet and let cool.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry mix and buttermilk into wet mixture.
- Fold in 1 cup of pecans, pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool.
- For glaze, melt butter and cream together, then whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cake and top with reserved pecans.
Notes
- Use fresh toasted pecans for the best flavor.
- Substitute buttermilk with milk + 1 tsp vinegar if needed.
- Glaze while warm for a soaked-in effect.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American