by Cathy Pollak

Buttermilk-Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting Recipe

Rich, moist, and packed with nutty flavor, this Buttermilk Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting is the ultimate indulgence for dessert lovers. The tender crumb of the cake, thanks to tangy buttermilk, pairs beautifully with crunchy walnuts, creating a perfectly balanced texture. But the real showstopper is the luscious praline frosting, a smooth and buttery caramel topping sprinkled with toasted pecans for extra crunch.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a homemade treat, this easy-to-make yet impressive cake is sure to be a crowd favorite!

I am one of those people who enjoys a mid-afternoon sweet snack with coffee. The cravings for something sugary seem to hit about 3 o'clock. I try so hard to be good, but I've stopped fighting it. I figure the penalty is about 100 lunges or something like that. I'm over it. I swear I only take a few bites. I indulge in my sweet treat with French-pressed black coffee I make at home. It all keeps me going until at least happy hour.

I have always been nuts about nuts in my desserts. I love the texture and complexity they bring to the table. And walnuts are by far my absolute favorite. This cake combines the perfect level of sweetness with the pleasantly bitter flavor of the walnuts. And let's not forget the frosting, adding a whole other layer of yummy.

Buttermilk-Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting recipe

    Prep Time: 30 minutes

    Cook time: 40 minutes

    Yield: Serves 12

Buttermilk-Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting Recipe Ingredients

    For the cake:

    2 cups all-purpose flour

    1/2 teaspoon baking soda

    1/2 teaspoon salt

    1/2 cup butter, softened

    1 cup granulated sugar

    1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

    3 large eggs

    1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    1 cup buttermilk (use Bulgarian if you can find it)

    1 cup chopped walnuts

    For the frosting:

    1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

    1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons whole milk, divided

    2 tablespoons butter

    1 tablespoon light colored corn syrup

    1/4 teaspoon table salt

    2 cups confectioners' sugar

    1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Buttermilk-Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting Recipe Directions

    Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease and flour a 9- by 13-inch pan.

    Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups and level with a knife. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt, whisking until mixed.

    Place butter and sugars in a mixing bowl, and beat until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until just combined. Add flour alternately with buttermilk, ending with flour. Mix until just combined, do not overmix. Fold in walnuts and pour into prepared cake pan.

    Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middles comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.

    For the frosting, place brown sugar, 1/4 cup milk, butter, corn syrup and salt in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil while stirring. Simmer for 2 minutes. Place mixture into a bowl with confectioners' sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla. Beat for 2-3 minutes until slightly cooled and thick. Spread evenly over cake and sprinkle with walnuts.

    Let frosting set before cutting the cake into squares.

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Buttermilk Walnut Cake with Praline Frosting | Decadent & Moist Cake Recipe

Indulge in this moist and flavorful Buttermilk Walnut Cake topped with rich praline frosting. A perfect dessert for celebrations and special occasions!

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