Pecan Layer Cake with Banana Icing

Pecan Layer Cake with Banana Icing
Pecan Layer Cake with Bananan Icing might be just the dessert you are searching for. One serving contains 441 calories, 4g of protein, and 16g of fat. This vegetarian recipe serves 14. Head to the store and pick up flour, pecans, butter, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 55 minutes.

Instructions

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To make the cake:Preheat oven to 350F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
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Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.Beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Mix in the vanilla.Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until combined. Stir in the sour cream. Stir in the pecans.
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Bake 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire rack.To make the icing:In a large bowl, mash the banana. Stir in the butter and lemon juice.
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Add the sugar in 3-4 additions and mix until smooth and spreadable.
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Place one cake layer on a cake plate. Cover the top with half of the icing. Top with the remaining cake layer. Cover the top with remaining icing.
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Garnish, if desired, with pecans.Refrigerate cake until frosting has set (1-2 hours) before serving.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In55 m.
Servings14
Health Score1
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