Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake

Indulge in the decadent flavors of a Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake! This heavenly dessert is a perfect combination of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. This cake is a showstopper that will leave your guests begging for more.
To make this Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water

For the caramel sauce:

- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the frosting:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the topping:

- 1 cup chopped pecans
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined. Stir in the boiling water, and mix until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, and bake for 30-35 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 remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on wire racks.
While the cakes are cooling, make the caramel sauce. In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it melts and turns a deep amber color. Add in the butter, and stir until it is melted and combined. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking constantly, until the sauce is smooth. Stir in the salt, and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
To make the frosting, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl until it is light and fluffy. Add in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of caramel sauce over the top of the cake, then spread a layer of frosting over the caramel. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Place the second cake layer on top, and repeat the layers of caramel sauce, frosting, and pecans.
This Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion. It is rich, moist, and full of flavor. The chocolate cake is perfectly balanced by the sweet caramel sauce and the crunchy pecans. This cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Type of dish: Dessert cake
Main ingredients: Chocolate, Caramel, Pecans