The Candy Kitchen Pecan Pie Cake Recipe

Indulge in the decadent delight of The Candy Kitchen Pecan Pie Cake! This wickedly rich dessert features light, chiffon-like layers infused with a thick, sticky, and intensely sweet pecan pie filling. Imagine tender cake layers perfectly complementing the irresistible pecan pie center – a true taste of heaven! Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this show-stopping cake is worth every calorie. Prep ahead for stress-free holiday baking by making the filling the night before. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 275 mins
Cook Time 335 mins
Calories 823.2 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Candy Kitchen Pecan Pie Cake

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How to Make The Candy Kitchen Pecan Pie Cake

  1. Preheat oven to [insert oven temperature here]. Prepare and grease [insert number] 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Make the cake layers according to your favorite chiffon cake recipe (or use a boxed mix). Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let cake layers cool completely before proceeding. While the cakes cool, prepare the pecan pie filling.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together [insert quantity] granulated sugar, [insert quantity] packed light brown sugar, [insert quantity] cornstarch, [insert quantity] salt, and [insert quantity] ground cinnamon.
  5. Whisk in [insert quantity] eggs, [insert quantity] heavy cream, [insert quantity] corn syrup, and [insert quantity] vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Stir in [insert quantity] chopped pecans.
  7. Pour the filling into the prepared cake pans. Distribute evenly over each layer.
  8. Chill the filled cake pans for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. Once chilled, frost the cake using your favorite buttercream frosting or whipped cream (optional).
  10. Slice and serve this irresistible pecan pie cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

222g

Fat

69g

Carbs

33g

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