Butter Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup packed brown sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

For the Cream Cheese Icing:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or one 9×13-inch pan.

Prepare the Cake Batter:

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.

Fold in the chopped pecans.

Bake the Cake:

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans or pour it into the 9×13-inch pan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes (or 35-40 minutes for a 9×13-inch pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing:

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.

Stir in the vanilla extract and enough milk to achieve your desired icing consistency.

Frost the Cake:

Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese icing evenly over the top and sides.

Garnish with additional chopped pecans if desired.

Serve:

Slice and enjoy this rich and flavorful Butter Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Icing!

This cake combines the nutty flavor of buttered pecans with the creamy sweetness of cream cheese icing, creating a deliciously indulgent dessert. Enjoy!