Description
Indulgent Coffee Pecan Delight Cake merges rich Colombian coffee with buttery pecans in a moist, irresistible dessert. Layers of intense flavor and creamy frosting invite coffee enthusiasts to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 225 grams (8 ounces) butter, room temperature
- 225 grams (8 ounces) light muscovado sugar
- 4 eggs
- 175 grams (6.2 ounces) plain flour
- 150 grams (5.3 ounces) pecan halves
Coffee and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon coffee granules
- 2 tablespoons milk
Leavening Ingredient:
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
Additional Notes:
- 8 pecan halves reserved for decoration
- Remaining pecans to be chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (176°C). Prepare two 8-inch round cake pans by greasing and lining with parchment paper. Thoroughly blend softened butter and granulated sugar until achieving a pale, airy consistency.
- Gradually add eggs into the butter mixture, incorporating one at a time. Mix coffee extract and a tablespoon of flour with each egg addition to prevent curdling. Gently fold remaining all-purpose flour, baking powder, and finely chopped pecans into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Carefully divide the cake batter between prepared pans, smoothing surfaces with a spatula for even baking. Place in preheated oven and bake for 22-27 minutes until cakes are golden and spring back when lightly touched. Remove and allow to rest in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.
- Create pecan brittle by spreading granulated sugar and of water in a heavy skillet. Heat without stirring until sugar caramelizes to a rich golden brown. Quickly add whole pecans, stirring to coat, then immediately pour onto a silicone mat or greased baking sheet to cool and harden.
- Prepare buttercream frosting by whipping butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Adjust consistency with a small amount of water if needed. Crush cooled pecan brittle into coarse fragments and fold into the frosting.
- Assemble the cake by spreading a generous layer of pecan-studded buttercream between cake layers and across the top. Garnish with reserved whole pecans and brittle pieces for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to ensure smooth mixing and even baking.
- The coffee paste adds rich, deep flavor – use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee concentrate for best results.
- Breaking the pecan brittle into varied sizes creates texture and visual interest in the cake’s decoration.
- Toast pecans briefly before chopping to enhance their natural nutty flavor and add depth to the cake.
- Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent buttercream from melting and sliding off.
- Store cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 457 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 201 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 128 mg