Butter Pecan Cake Recipe

Dive right into the flavorful extravaganza that is the Butter Pecan Cake! This masterpiece is a rich blend of buttery goodness and the crunchy finishing touch of pecan, perfect for an evening dessert or to celebrate little joys in life. You’ll be smitten with the blend of sweet and nutty aroma that lingers as you pull this velvety treat right out of the oven. Not only is it downright delicious, it’s also elegant and perfect to impress at dinner parties. You are absolutely going to love it, let’s get baking!

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 12
• Yield: 1 cake

Now that we’ve set the buttery salivation in motion, let’s get cracking!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Now, onto equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Baking pan
• Mixer

The hero of the recipe is of course the butter, which gives the cake its rich, creamy taste. Combined with pecans, we have ourselves a nutty, buttery fiesta! Be aware that the quality of butter and freshness of pecans can really stand out in this cake, so try to get the best as you can.

On to the recipe, my friends.

How To Make Butter Pecan Cake

1. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Then, prepare your pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it lightly with flour.
2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together till it’s light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time and keep beating. The mixture should be well combined.
4. Next, in another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Add this dry mix, alternating with milk, to the creamed mixture. Remember to staple after each addition.
5. Add the vanilla extract and chopped pecans to the batter. Mix it gently till everything is well incorporated.
6. Pour this batter into the prepared pan and bake for about an hour or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Tips For The Best Results

• Use room temperature ingredients for the perfect blend.
• Sift your flour to avoid lumps in the cake.
• Do not over mix the batter, it can lead to a dense cake.

Storage Tips

• Keep it in an airtight container at room temperature.
• It stays good for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use a different type of nut?
A: Of course! Hazelnuts or almonds would work great too.

Q: Can I use gluten-free flour?
A: Yes, this should work fine with this cake.

Q: Can I freeze this cake?
A:Absolutely! Just make sure it’s wrapped well.

Q: Can I add frosting?
A: Yes, a caramel or cream cheese frosting would be delicious.

Q: Should the butter be unsalted?
A: Both salted and unsalted butter work in this recipe. It’s up to personal preference.

Nutritional Facts of Butter Pecan Cake

Each serving of this luxurious cake holds about 450 calories with 15g of Total Fat, 32g of Sugar, 0.7g of Fiber, 4g of Protein, 8mg of Cholesterol and 210mg of Sodium.

There you go, sweet tooth aficionados! You are one oven preheat away from baking this scrumptious Butter Pecan Cake. From an amateur baker to a seasoned chef, anyone can chomp down this lip-smacking delight. So, rally up all your baking gear and embrace the joy of baking. Don’t forget to tag @ChefSane on Instagram, I’m excited to see your baking victory!