Introduction:
This Pecan Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of pecans with a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to impress your friends and family.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 35g || Protein: 5g || Fat: 25g || Saturated Fat: 11g || Cholesterol: 105mg || Sodium: 230mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 18g