Description
Buttery Pecan Cake is a delightful dessert that perfectly marries rich, buttery flavors with the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. This moist and aromatic cake quickly becomes a crowd-pleaser, whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed as a comforting weekday treat. Top it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an irresistible finishing touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
- Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture along with toasted pecans until just combined.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg