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Butterscotch Crunch Cake

Decadent Butterscotch Crunch Cake for Sweet Celebrations

This Butterscotch Crunch Cake has a moist crumb and rich butterscotch flavor, perfect for any sweet celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour forms the cake's structure for that perfect tender crumb.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar adds necessary sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened ensures the cake is moist.
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips for delicious butterscotch flavor.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk tenderizes the cake.
  • 3 large Eggs at room temperature.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder leavening agent for rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda balances acidity.
  • 1 pinch Salt enhances flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar for sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter softened to create a rich base.
  • 0.25 cup Butterscotch Sauce for deep, sugary flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream adds creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for aroma and depth.
For the Crunch Topping
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans adds a nutty crunch.
  • 0.5 cup Crushed Pretzels for salty and crispy contrast.
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar enhances sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and melted butterscotch chips into the mixture.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Pour batter into greased pan and bake for about 40 minutes.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat butter, powdered sugar, butterscotch sauce, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Frost cooled cake and top with pecans and pretzels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.

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