Description
A deliciously moist and nutty cake topped with caramelized pecans, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan and sprinkle the pecans evenly over the top.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the pecans in the cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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