Praline Sheet Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 15”x 10” jelly roll pan. If you like, line the pan with parchment paper and grease the paper.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. 3
   Place the butter and water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a boil. Stir into the flour mixture, mixing just until combined.
4. 4
   Combine the buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla. Add to the cake mixture, and mix just until combined.
5. 5
   Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes, or until a pick inserted into the center comes out clean. Set aside to cool.
6. 6
   Place the brown sugar, butter, cream, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Continue boiling for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from the heat, and stir in the vanilla. Add the confectioners’ sugar, and stir until thoroughly combined and smooth. Stir in the pecans.
8. 8
   Spread the frosting over the top of the cooled cake. Allow the frosting to set about 20 minutes before serving.