Caramel Pecan Roll Cake
This delightful Caramel Pecan Roll Cake is perfect for busy weekends or entertaining friends, combining luscious caramel and crunchy pecans in a simple yet impressive dessert.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
For the Caramel Glaze
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy—about 3 minutes.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk until everything is just combined.
Filling and Baking
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans.
- Gently spread the cake batter in the baking dish and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar-pecan mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Making the Caramel Glaze
- While the cake is still warm, combine the brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to boil, then take off the heat and stir in the vanilla.
Serving
- Pour the warm caramel glaze over the cake and let it soak in. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
If you’re not a fan of pecans or have nut allergies, feel free to skip them. The cake will still be deliciously sweet. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. You can prepare the cake in advance, glaze it right before serving.