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White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake

White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake


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  • Author: Grace
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This exquisite confection features soft, moist layers of cake enriched with rich white chocolate and crunchy pecans. Topped with a velvety whipped cream frosting and an elegant drizzle of white chocolate ganache, this cake is sure to impress your guests. Its striking presentation and delightful taste make it a go-to choice for birthdays, holidays, or simply to treat yourself. Easy to make yet stunning in appearance, this cake invites you to savor each slice.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 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 (for frosting)
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk. Fold in white chocolate chips and pecans.
  5. Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely.
  6. For frosting, whip heavy cream with confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form.
  7. Assemble the cake by layering frosting between cakes and coating the top and sides. Drizzle with ganache.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg