Mouthwatering Butter Pecan Pound Cake
Imagine biting into a moist, buttery pecan pound cake—rich, nutty, and perfectly sweet! This homemade classic is a must-try for any baking lover.
Equipment
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
Ingredients
Cake Batter:
- ✅ 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ✅ 2 cups granulated sugar
- ✅ 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ✅ 1 ½ cups unsalted butter room temperature
- ✅ 5 large eggs room temperature
- ✅ 1 cup buttermilk
- ✅ 2 cups chopped pecans
Pecan Filling/Topping (Optional):
- ✅ 40g about 3 tbsp brown sugar
- ✅ 70g about ½ cup chopped pecans
Glaze:
- ✅ 2 cups powdered sugar
- ✅ 1 tsp milk
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepping the Pecans for Maximum Flavor
- 🔹 Spread chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 7-10 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
- 🔹 Set aside to cool.
2️⃣ Mixing the Cake Batter
- 🔹 Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- 🔹 Grease and flour your 12-cup bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- 🔹 In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars for about 10 minutes until light and fluffy.
- 🔹 Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- 🔹 In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 🔹 Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
3️⃣ Adding the Pecans
- 🔹 Fold in toasted chopped pecans gently.
- 🔹 If using the pecan filling/topping, mix brown sugar and chopped pecans in a small bowl and sprinkle on top of the batter before baking.
4️⃣ Baking the Cake
- 🔹 Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- 🔹 Bake at 325°F for 75-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 🔹 Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
5️⃣ Glazing & Serving
- 🔹 Once completely cool, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- 🔹 Sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top for decoration.
- 🔹 Slice & serve with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes
✔️ Use high-quality butter (80% fat or higher) for the richest flavor.
✔️ Measure ingredients carefully—a kitchen scale ensures accuracy.
✔️ Don’t overmix! This keeps your cake light and tender.
✔️ Bake at 325°F for an even rise—higher temps can dry out the cake.
✔️ Wrap leftovers tightly in plastic wrap to maintain moisture.
✔️ Measure ingredients carefully—a kitchen scale ensures accuracy.
✔️ Don’t overmix! This keeps your cake light and tender.
✔️ Bake at 325°F for an even rise—higher temps can dry out the cake.
✔️ Wrap leftovers tightly in plastic wrap to maintain moisture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35g
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