Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our White Chocolate Pecan Layer Cake, a stunning dessert perfect for any celebration. This layered confection features moist cake sheets infused with creamy white chocolate and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful contrast in every bite. Topped with a light and airy whipped cream frosting and a luscious white chocolate ganache drizzle, this cake adds elegance to birthdays, holiday gatherings, or simply a sweet indulgence at home. Impress your guests with this decadent treat that combines rich flavors and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- 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 (for frosting)
- ½ cup confectioners' sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with milk until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped pecans gently.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow layers to cool completely.
- Make the frosting by whipping heavy cream with confectioners' sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Layer the cooled cakes with frosting between each layer, then frost the top and sides of the cake. Drizzle with white chocolate ganache.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg