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.
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