Buttermilk whipped cream complements our tropical spin on this Southern classic brimming with pecans, carrots, and crushed pineapple.
13. Banana Cake with Brown Sugar Hazelnut Buttercream
Frozen bananas in a cake? Heck yes. Reducing the juice from these frozen fruits adds a nutty, caramelized flavor that takes this banana cake to the next level. Top with a buttercream inspired by penuche, a brown sugar-based fudge reminiscent of Southern pralines, and this cake is downright irresistible.
It’s as seasonally perfect as a pecan pie, but without the added hassle of making a crust. We love it for breakfast with a cup of coffee.
15. Pear Almond Cake
This rich, almond cake is a showstopper perfect for dinner parties. Yet, it’s so easy you can whip up this pear almond cake for a mid-afternoon treat.
