Maple Bourbon Pecan Anniversary Cake
Celebrate your special day with this Maple Bourbon Pecan Anniversary Cake, featuring layers of moist maple-infused cake, rich bourbon buttercream, and a delightful pecan crunch. Perfect for marking milestones with a touch of warmth and sophistication.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 cup, chopped pecans
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
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Step 2:
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 3:
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the maple syrup.
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Step 5:
Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
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Step 6:
Stir in the bourbon and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
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Step 7:
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 8:
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Step 9:
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Step 10:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of buttercream on top, and repeat with the remaining layers. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Step 11:
Decorate the cake with additional chopped pecans on top and serve.