This decadent cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate, the warmth of spices, the sweetness of pecan praline, and the nuttiness of brown butter buttercream. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for special occasions. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Spice Cake:
- 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 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
For the Pecan Praline:
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Brown Butter Buttercream:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
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