Butter Pecan Pound Cake

Why Make This Recipe

This Butter Pecan Pound Cake is a perfect dessert for family gatherings or a cozy treat with coffee. It’s rich, buttery, and filled with crunchy toasted pecans, giving every bite a soft and nutty taste. If you love the flavor of pecans and enjoy simple homemade cakes, this one is a must-try.

You don’t need special skills to make this cake. The ingredients are basic and easy to find. With just a few simple steps, you can bake a moist and flavorful pound cake that feels like something made by grandma. It’s a great recipe for beginners and a favorite for experienced bakers too.

This cake is also great for sharing. You can serve it warm or cold, with a cup of tea, or topped with a little whipped cream. It stores well and tastes even better the next day. It’s a go-to recipe for holidays or any time you want to treat your loved ones to something special.

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How to Make Butter Pecan Pound Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
• 1 cup butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 5 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 5–7 minutes. Stir often until lightly browned and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
5. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add the flour mixture to the creamed butter mixture alternately with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture.
7. Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.