Description
This Butterscotch Crunch Cake is a moist, buttery cake with a crispy, caramelized topping. The rich butterscotch flavor pairs perfectly with the crunchy pecan and cookie topping, making this an irresistible dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
✅ 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
✅ 2 teaspoons baking powder
✅ ½ teaspoon salt
✅ 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
✅ 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
✅ 3 large eggs
✅ 1 package (3.4 oz) butterscotch pudding mix
✅ 1 cup milk
✅ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Crunchy Topping:
✅ 1 ½ cups crushed butter cookies or graham crackers
✅ ½ cup brown sugar
✅ ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
✅ ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Butterscotch Frosting:
✅ ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
✅ 2 cups powdered sugar
✅ ¼ cup butterscotch sauce (homemade or store-bought)
✅ 3 tablespoons heavy cream
✅ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Mix the crushed cookies, brown sugar, pecans, and melted butter in a bowl.
3️⃣ Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
4️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
5️⃣ Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
6️⃣ Beat in eggs, one at a time, then mix in butterscotch pudding mix, milk, and vanilla extract.
7️⃣ Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
8️⃣ Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch cake pan.
9️⃣ Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
🔟 Let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
1️⃣1️⃣ Beat butter until creamy.
1️⃣2️⃣ Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
1️⃣3️⃣ Stir in butterscotch sauce, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
1️⃣4️⃣ Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
1️⃣5️⃣ Sprinkle the crunchy topping over the frosting.
1️⃣6️⃣ Slice and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use Homemade Butterscotch Sauce for richer flavor.
- Cool the Crunch Topping Completely before sprinkling for maximum crispiness.
- For Extra Butterscotch Flavor, drizzle more butterscotch sauce over the cake before serving.