Butter Pecan Cake

Gather your ingredients before diving into this delightful baking adventure:

• Butter: Unsalted, at room temperature.
• Sugar: Granulated for sweetness.
• Eggs: Large eggs, preferably at room temperature.
• Flour: All-purpose flour for the cake base.
• Baking powder: For that perfect rise.
• Salt: Enhances flavor.
• Vanilla extract: Adds a hint of sweetness.
• Pecans: Toasted and chopped for that nutty crunch.
• Cream cheese: For the luscious frosting.
• Powdered sugar: Sweetens the frosting.
• Heavy cream: Adds richness to the frosting.

3. Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pans by greasing and flouring them. This ensures your cake doesn’t stick to the pan, resulting in a perfect release every time.

4. Mixing the Batter

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.