Description
Butter Pecan Cake is a delightful dessert that envelops your senses with its buttery richness and crunchy pecans. This cake is not only visually appealing with its golden hue but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy evenings at home. Its irresistible flavor will have everyone asking for seconds, ensuring you create sweet memories with each slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (3–5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet batter, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans gently.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg