Description
Butter Pecan Pound Cake is a delectable dessert that fuses rich buttery flavors with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans. This moist and flavorful cake is easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any occasion, from festive gatherings to casual family dinners. With each slice, you’ll experience a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will impress your guests. Whether enjoyed on its own or dressed up with whipped cream or ice cream, this cake promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups softened butter
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9×5 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the toasted pecans using a rubber spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg