Description
A rich dessert combining chocolate, caramel, and crunchy pecans, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chocolate ganache (melted chocolate mixed with heavy cream)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
- Reduce mixer speed to low and carefully add boiling water. Mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and let cool completely.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate and spreading 1/2 cup of caramel sauce over the top. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup chopped pecans and 1/3 cup coconut. Repeat with the second layer.
- Place the third layer on top and spread chocolate ganache over the cake. Sprinkle remaining pecans and coconut on top, then drizzle with remaining caramel sauce.
- Serve the Luxurious Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cake at room temperature.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Sifting dry ingredients creates a lighter cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, caramel cake, pecan dessert, special occasion cake, homemade cake