+ For the icing :

In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, a large tablespoon of cocoa powder and a large tablespoon of buttermilk. mixture to a boil on medium heat, stirring persistently.

Remove from heat and use a mixer to mix in the powdered sugar. It’s great to adding1 cup first, beat until soft, & add 1/2 cup at a time until frosting is this thicken / sold.

Making sure to pour the hot frosting over the cake and spread the chocolate chips and pecan pieces. before serving, spray caramel sauce on the cake .