Pecan Cake with Honey Buttercream

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter and line the bottom of two 8-inch (20 cm) springform pans with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the flour, ground pecans, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In another bowl, cream the butter, oil, brown sugar and vanilla with an electric mixer. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating until smooth. At low speed, stir in the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk. Spread into the prepared pans.

4. 4

   Bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cakes come out clean. Let cool completely.