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Toffee Crunch Cake

Heavenly Toffee Crunch Cake for Festive Celebrations

Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Toffee Crunch Cake, featuring a buttery vanilla base and crunchy toffee bits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or margarine for dairy-free
  • 3 large Eggs or aquafaba for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract opt for pure for best results
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder use fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt sea salt recommended
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk with vinegar
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Toffee Bits or crushed candy canes
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips any variety
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can use cacao powder instead
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream or dairy-free topping

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk.
  6. Fold in the toffee bits, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips.
  7. Distribute the batter evenly between the pans and smooth the tops.
  8. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Layer the cooled cakes with whipped cream and dust the top with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Perfectly pairs with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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