Pecan cake

• For 8 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 40 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Cake Batter
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Baking powder : 2 teaspoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter (softened) : 1/2 cup
  • Granulated sugar : 1 cup
  • Brown sugar : 1/2 cup
  • Eggs : 3
  • Vanilla extract : 1 teaspoon
  • Milk : 1 cup
  • Chopped pecans : 1 cup
• Pecan Topping
  • Chopped pecans : 1/2 cup
  • Brown sugar : 1/4 cup
  • Unsalted butter : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
• Fold in the chopped pecans.
• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
• In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted unsalted butter for the pecan topping. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the cake batter.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

• Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
• Toasting the pecans before chopping them can enhance their flavor.

Information

• Pecan cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
• This cake can be served as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.