Butter Pecan Sheet Cake

Recipe Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, until fully incorporated.
3. Fold in the chopped toasted pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 3: Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 4: Make the Frosting

1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake, then sprinkle the chopped toasted pecans over the top for garnish.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

1. Once the frosting has set, slice the Butter Pecan Sheet Cake into squares or rectangles.
2. Serve and enjoy the irresistible blend of buttery cake, creamy frosting, and crunchy pecans.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

To make this Butter Pecan Sheet Cake, you’ll need:

• 9×13-inch baking pan
• Mixing bowls
• Hand or stand mixer
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Wire rack (for cooling)