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White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake

White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake


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  • Author: Cara
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of our White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake—a visually stunning dessert that promises to elevate any celebration. This exquisite cake features soft, moist layers infused with rich white chocolate and crunchy pecans, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Topped with a creamy whipped frosting and an elegant drizzle of white chocolate ganache, this layered confection is sure to impress your guests and satisfy any sweet tooth. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or family gatherings, this cake is not just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • ½ cup white chocolate ganache

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time then mix in vanilla.
  4. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the mixture until combined. Fold in white chocolate chips and pecans.
  5. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool layers completely before frosting with whipped cream and drizzling with white chocolate ganache.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg