Cooking Light's Eastern Harvest Pecan Cake Maple Frosting

Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with Cooking Light’s Eastern Harvest Pecan Cake with Maple Frosting—a decadent yet approachable dessert perfect for seasonal gatherings. This moist cake is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and the rich crunch of chopped pecans, creating a delightful texture and flavor in every bite. Topped with a creamy maple frosting made from cream cheese and pure maple syrup, this cake showcases a harmonious balance of sweetness and tang. Garnished with extra pecans for a rustic touch, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. With just 25 minutes of prep and simple instructions, this dessert is ideal for bakers of all levels. Bring it to your next holiday table or enjoy it with a cup of coffee for a delightful afternoon treat! Keywords: pecan cake, maple frosting, easy fall dessert, holiday baking, cream cheese frosting, pecan recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 cup Chopped pecans
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Chopped pecans (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans, then set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped pecans, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the maple syrup and powdered sugar, beating at low speed until fully incorporated and the frosting is fluffy.

Step 11

Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Step 12

Sprinkle the cake with the additional chopped pecans for garnish.

Step 13

Slice and enjoy your beautifully assembled Eastern Harvest Pecan Cake with Maple Frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1835.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6604.9

Total Fat 330.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 155.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1223.4mg	0%
Sodium 3978.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 877.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 663.6g
Protein 77.3g	0%

Vitamin D 276.0IU	0%
Calcium 853.9mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1684.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 51.7%