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Ingredients<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the cake<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 cups granulated sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 large eggs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup of whole milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1\/2 cup sour cream<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 teaspoon of baking powder<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1\/2 teaspoon baking soda<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1\/2 teaspoon of salt<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 teaspoon of vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 1\/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the cream cheese frosting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

16 ounces cream cheese, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 cup unsalted butter, softened<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 cups powdered sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 teaspoons of vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1\/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted (for garnish)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preparation<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Butter and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Put aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add the eggs: Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla and almond extracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mix wet and dry mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture, alternating with milk and sour cream, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stir in the pecans: Gently fold in the toasted pecans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Bake the Cake<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Divide the batter: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer them to a rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beat cream cheese and butter: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until completely incorporated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Assemble the Cake<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cake Layer: Place a cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top. Repeat with the second and third layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frost the sides: Use the remaining frosting to cover the sides of the cake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topping: Sprinkle the top of the cake with toasted pecans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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