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Banana Pecan Caramel Cake Recipe | Easy Layer Cake

Banana Pecan Caramel Cake Recipe | Easy Layer Cake

Description

Welcome to our delicious Banana Pecan Caramel Layer Cake recipe! If you’re a fan of moist, flavorful banana cakes combined with rich caramel frosting and crunchy pecans, this is the cake for you. Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or just a sweet treat for yourself, this cake will impress every bite. Let’s get started on creating a dessert that’s both indulgent and unforgettable!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cake:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 large bananas)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Caramel Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  • Prepare the Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the banana mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the flour mixture, and fold in the chopped pecans.
  • Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Caramel Frosting: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and cream, stirring constantly until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thick, add more cream until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of caramel frosting over the top. Repeat with the second and third layers, then frost the sides of the cake. Garnish with chopped pecans. Let the frosting set before serving.

Equipment

Notes

  • Ripe Bananas: Make sure your bananas are fully ripe for the best flavor. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Use room temperature butter, eggs, and buttermilk for a smoother batter and even baking.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/banana-pecan-caramel-layer-cake-recipe/