Pecan Spice Cake Recipe

Name: Pecan Spice Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; nonstick cooking spray; 1 (18 1/4 ounce) package spice cake mix (plus ingredients as label directs); 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans; Coconut Pecan Filling; 1/2 cup light corn syrup; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1/2 cup butter; 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 1/3 cups flaked coconut; 1 cup finely chopped pecans; Luscious Chocolate Frosting; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese; 1/4 cup light corn syrup; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

Cake
nonstick cooking spray
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package spice cake mix (plus ingredients as label directs)
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
Coconut Pecan Filling
1/2 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/3 cups flaked coconut
1 cup finely chopped pecans
Luscious Chocolate Frosting
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

1
First, make cake.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
3
Spray two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
4
Prepare cake mix as package directs; stir in pecans.
5
Pour batter into the 2 pans; bake as directed on pkg.
6
Cool on wire racks 10 minutes; then remove from pans and cool completely.
7
While cake is baking you can make the filling and the frosting.
8
Coconut-Pecan Filling: In saucepan, mix corn syrup, sugar, milk, butter, egg yolks and vanilla.
9
Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, 10-12 minutes; remove from heat.
10
Stir in coconut and pecans.
11
Cool until thick and spreadable; makes 2-1/4 cups.
12
Next, make Luscious Chocolate Frosting.
13
In bowl, beat cream cheese, corn syrup and butter until creamy.
14
Beat in confectioners' sugar, cocoa and vanilla until frosting is of spreading consistency; makes 1-1/3 cups.
15
Now assemble cake.
16
When cake is cool, split layers horizontally in half.
17
Place one cake layer on serving plate; spread with 1/3 of Coconut-Pecan Filling.
18
Top with 2nd cake layer; spread with about 2/3 cup Luscious Chocolate Frosting.
19
Top with 3rd cake layer; spread with 1/3 of filling.
20
Top with 4th cake layer.
21
Frost side of cake with remaining frosting; spread top of cake with remaining filling.
22
Yes, frosting on the side and filling on top.
23
Refrigerate 2 hours or until set.

1340

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, nonstick cooking spray, 1 (18 1/4 ounce) package spice cake mix (plus ingredients as label directs), 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, and more.

Yes, Pecan Spice Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan Spice Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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