Description
This indulgent cake features layers of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- For the frosting: 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, spread caramel sauce on top of each layer and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
- Frost the entire cake with the prepared chocolate frosting.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to set the layers.
Notes
Ensure the caramel is warm for easy spreading; use fresh pecans for the best crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 6g