Best 7 Pecan Fudge Ripple Layer Cake Recipes

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In the realm of sweet indulgences, few treats can rival the allure of a pecan fudge ripple layer cake. This decadent dessert combines the velvety smoothness of chocolate cake with the rich, buttery crunch of pecans and the sweet, gooey delight of fudge. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a moment of pure bliss, this article will guide you through the delectable journey of creating the perfect pecan fudge ripple layer cake, offering tips, tricks, and a selection of irresistible recipes that cater to every palate and preference.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTER PECAN FUDGE



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A smooth and deliciously-flavored fudge. You could also use walnuts instead of pecans. A co-worker shared this wonderful recipe with me and the entire office loved it!

Provided by Carla H

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 64

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Butter an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Combine butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and salt in a saucepan; pour in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring until butter melts and sugar is dissolved. Let mixture boil, stirring often, for 5 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat; add vanilla extract and mix well. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold pecans into fudge.
  • Pour fudge into prepared pan and cool until firm, 1 to 2 hours. Cut into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 16 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

BUTTER PECAN LAYER CAKE



Butter Pecan Layer Cake image

Pecans and butter give this cake the same irresistible flavor as the popular butter pecan ice cream flavor. -Becky Miller, Tallahassee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-2/3 cups chopped pecans
1-1/4 cups butter, softened, divided
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
FROSTING:
1 cup butter, softened
8 to 8-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place pecans and 1/4 cup butter in a baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently; set aside., In a large bowl, cream sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1-1/3 cups of toasted pecans. , Pour into 3 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, cream butter and confectioners' sugar in a large bowl. Add milk and vanilla; beat until smooth. Stir in remaining toasted pecans. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814 calories, Fat 42g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 107g carbohydrate (86g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FUDGE LAYER CAKE



Fudge Layer Cake image

This decadent cake is creamy-smooth and buttery. It literally melts in your mouth and leaves you swooning for more! Sprinkle frosted cake with chocolate shavings.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Birthday Cake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅔ cup white sugar
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups buttermilk
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar, sifted
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Sift together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt in a small mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, cream 3/4 cup butter and white and brown sugars at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add 2 teaspoons vanilla. At low speed, begin by adding a little of the flour mixture to the butter mixture. Alternate with buttermilk until all are blended together. Start and end with flour.
  • Line bottoms of 2 9-inch pans with waxed paper; grease and flour. Pour batter in.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 25-30 minutes. Test with toothpick. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before turning onto racks to cool completely.
  • To Make Frosting: Cream together 3/4 cup butter and confectioners' sugar. Slowly add melted chocolate and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy. Frost cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.8 calories, Carbohydrate 81.9 g, Cholesterol 93.2 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 209.6 mg, Sugar 61.5 g

PECAN FUDGE RIPPLE LAYER CAKE



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Make and share this Pecan Fudge Ripple Layer Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dlgreen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract, divided use
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided use
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 large egg
2/3 cup butter, softened
5 3/4 cups sifted powdered sugar
1 1/3 cups cocoa
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons milk
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Beat shortening at medium until fluffy; gradually add 1 1/2 cup sugar, beating well.
  • Add 2 eggs, 1 at a time beating until blended after each addition.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to shortening mixture, alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix at low after each addition until blended.
  • Beat 3 more minutes at high speed, stopping once to scrape down sides. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Pour batter into prepared pans. Set aside.
  • In another bowl beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons butter and cornstarch at medium until creamy.
  • Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, beating well. Add 1 egg; beat well.
  • Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Spoon cream cheese mixture evenly over batter.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
  • To make the frosting beat 2/3 cups butter at medium until creamy.
  • Combine powdered sugar and 1 1/2 cups cocoa; add to butter alternately with 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk, beginning and ending with powdered sugar mixture. Beat until spreading consistency.
  • Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Spread frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with toasted walnuts.

FUDGE PECAN RIPPLE LAYER CAKE



FUDGE PECAN RIPPLE LAYER CAKE image

Categories     Condiment/Spread

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 2/3 cups all purpose flour
2/3 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
4 teaspoons vanilla (divided)
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
2 tablespoons butter softened
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
1 egg
2/3 cup butter softened
5 3/4 cups powdered sugar
1 1/3 cups cocoa
1 cup + 2 tablespoons milk
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Grease 2 9 inch round cake pans, line with wax paper, grease and flour wax paper. Beat shortening at medium speed until fluffy, gradually add 1 1/2 cuos sugar , beating well. Add 2 eggs one at a time, beating each until blended. Combine flour and next three ingredients, add to shortening mixutre alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour. Beat on high 3 more minutes while scraping sides. Stir in 2 t. vanilla. Pour into pans and set aside. Beat Cream cheese, 2T. butter and cornstarch until creamy. Gradually add Sweetened condensed milk, beat well. Add egg, beat well. Stir in 1 t. vanilla. Spread over cake batter. Bake at 350 for 40 Mins. For Frosting: Beat 2/3 c. butter until creamy, mix powdered sugar and cocoa, add to butter, alternating with milk. Beat until spreading consistancy, stir in 1 t. vanilla. Frost between layers and sides then top of cake. Sprinkle with nuts.

PECAN FUDGE CAKE



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my husband's favorite cake...I sometime use leftover cold coffee in place of water called for in original cake mix...this is a good tip with any chocolate cake..adds just a little mocha flavor..

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

19 1/4 ounces devil's food cake mix
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons milk
1 1/4 cups unsweetened cocoa
16 ounces powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Grease 15 1/2x 10 1/2 x 1" pan.jelly roll pan. Set aside.
  • Prepare cake mi following package directions for original recipe.
  • Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350* for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • FOR FROSTING:.
  • place butter, milk, cocoa in medium saucepan.
  • Stir on low heat until butter is melted.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Pour over warm cake.
  • Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 261.4, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 32.9, Protein 3.2

BUTTER PECAN FUDGE



Butter Pecan Fudge image

Toasted pecans add a nutty crunch to this creamy fudge, perfect for holiday giving. People always seem to rave about its wonderful caramel flavor. -Pam Smith, Alta Loma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 1-1/2 pounds (64 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter., In a large heavy saucepan, combine remaining butter, granulated and brown sugars, cream and salt. Bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage). Remove from heat. Add vanilla to pan (do not stir)., Cool, without stirring, to 110°, about 30 minutes. Beat with a spoon until fudge just begins to thicken. Gradually stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth; add nuts and continue stirring until fudge becomes very thick and just begins to lose its sheen. Immediately spread into prepared pan. Cool., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Make sure your oven is preheated before baking the cake layers.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
  • Allow the cake layers to cool completely before frosting them.
  • When making the fudge ripple, be sure to use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching.
  • Stir the fudge ripple constantly while it is cooking, to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Allow the fudge ripple to cool slightly before spreading it on the cake layers.
  • Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving, to allow the frosting to set.

Conclusion:

This Pecan Fudge Ripple Layer Cake is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its moist and fluffy cake layers, creamy fudge ripple frosting, and generous topping of pecans, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a show-stopping dessert, give this recipe a try!

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