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🍰 Classic Church Bake Sale Butter Pecan Cake
✨ Introduction
Every community has that one bake sale treat that everyone eagerly awaits — the one that disappears before the others even cool. This Butter Pecan Cake is exactly that treasure. A soft, moist, buttery cake infused with toasted pecans and topped with a creamy brown butter frosting — it’s a slice of Southern charm that brings everyone together. Whether it’s for a bake sale, potluck, or family gathering, this cake never disappoints.
🥣 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
For the Brown Butter Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream (more if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish:
- Extra toasted pecans for the top
- A drizzle of caramel sauce (for added indulgence)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Toast the Pecans:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for about 7–10 minutes, until fragrant. Cool and set aside. - Prepare the Cake Batter:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
Alternate adding the dry ingredients with buttermilk, mixing gently until combined. Fold in the toasted pecans. - Bake:
Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9×13-inch pan (or two 8-inch round pans). Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely before frosting. - Make the Brown Butter Frosting:
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Beat the brown butter with powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and salt until fluffy. Spread over cooled cake. - Decorate:
Sprinkle with extra toasted pecans and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
🕰️ History of the Recipe
Butter pecan desserts originated in the Southern United States, where pecans are plentiful and hospitality is a tradition. This cake, often passed down through generations, became a staple at church gatherings, bake sales, and family reunions, symbolizing love, warmth, and community spirit.
💖 Benefits
- Nutritious Touch: Pecans are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and fiber.
- Homemade Comfort: Baking from scratch offers a sense of accomplishment and joy.
- Community Connection: Perfect for gatherings — every slice tells a story.
- Mood Booster: The sweet aroma and nutty flavor create an instant feeling of happiness.
🧁 Formation
The cake’s structure is simple yet elegant — a moist, buttery crumb enriched by toasted pecans and topped with creamy frosting. You can make it as a sheet cake, a layer cake, or even cupcakes for individual servings.
🍽️ Nutrition (per serving)
(Approximate, for 12 servings)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
- Sugar: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
💞 For the Lovers of This Cake
This cake is adored by everyone who appreciates old-fashioned Southern desserts. From grandmothers who bake with love to kids who can’t wait for their slice, this recipe brings generations together. Lovers of pecan pie, caramel, and butter cake will find pure bliss in every bite.
🧡 Methods Summary
- Toast pecans
- Mix batter
- Bake and cool
- Prepare frosting
- Assemble and enjoy
🏁 Conclusion
This Butter Pecan Cake isn’t just a dessert — it’s a celebration of tradition, flavor, and love. It’s the kind of cake that reminds you of simpler times and smiling faces at the church bake sale. Make it once, and you’ll be known for it every year!
Would you like me to make a different version of this (like a chocolate chip pecan cake, caramel pecan bars, or butter pecan cupcakes) with the same full-style format?