Introduction:
This Butter Pecan Cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any special occasion. The combination of buttery cake and crunchy pecans creates a delightful dessert that is sure to impress your guests. With a prep time of 20 minutes and a total time of 1 hour, this cake serves 12 people.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Spread the chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- 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.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
- Stir in the toasted pecans and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 380 || Carbohydrates: 45g || Protein: 5g || Fat: 20g || Saturated Fat: 10g || Cholesterol: 95mg || Sodium: 200mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 30g