Pecan Spice Cake Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 52 minutes
🥄 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 2 hours 22 minutes
🍰 Servings: NaN
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pecan Spice Cake recipe, a true delight for any dessert lover. This moist and decadent cake is infused with the warmth of spices and the crunch of pecans, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, this cake is sure to impress with its irresistible taste and aroma.
Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- Pecans
- Light corn syrup
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Butter
- Vanilla
- Flaked coconut
- Cream cheese
- Confectioners’ sugar
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
- Follow the instructions on the cake mix package, preparing the batter as directed. Stir in the pecans.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake according to the package directions.
- Once baked, allow the cakes to cool on wire racks for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely.
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Make the Coconut-Pecan Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine the light corn syrup, sugar, evaporated milk, butter, egg yolks, and vanilla.
- Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat until it thickens, which usually takes around 10-12 minutes. Remove it from the heat.
- Stir in the flaked coconut and pecans.
- Allow the filling to cool until it reaches a spreadable consistency, yielding approximately 2-1/4 cups.
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Prepare the Luscious Chocolate Frosting:
- In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, light corn syrup, and butter until creamy.
- Gradually beat in the confectioners’ sugar, cocoa, and vanilla until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency, yielding about 1-1/3 cups.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes have cooled completely, carefully split each layer horizontally in half, creating a total of four layers.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread it with one-third of the Coconut-Pecan Filling.
- Top with the second cake layer and spread about 2/3 cup of the Luscious Chocolate Frosting over it.
- Add the third cake layer and spread it with another one-third of the filling.
- Finally, place the fourth cake layer on top.
- Frost the sides of the cake with the remaining chocolate frosting, and spread the remaining filling over the top.
- For the perfect finishing touch, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or until set.
Indulge in the rich flavors and textures of this exquisite Pecan Spice Cake, a true masterpiece that will have your taste buds dancing with delight! Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to become a beloved favorite among family and friends. Enjoy every delicious bite! 🍰✨
