Pecan Upside Down Cake

Why Make This Recipe

This Pecan Upside Down Cake is a perfect dessert when you want something sweet, soft, and full of rich nutty flavor. It’s easy to prepare, but it looks and tastes like something special. The buttery pecan topping adds a sweet crunch that makes each bite extra delicious.

If you love pecans and caramel-like flavors, this cake is for you. It combines a soft and moist cake with a layer of brown sugar and pecans that turns into a sweet glaze as it bakes. When flipped upside down, it looks beautiful and ready to serve to guests or family.

This recipe is also great because you can use a simple box cake mix. That saves time and effort while still giving you a homemade taste. It’s perfect for holidays, birthdays, or even just a weekend treat.

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How to Make Pecan Upside Down Cake

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
• 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients needed on the box: eggs, oil, water)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan.
3. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the butter.
4. Spread the chopped pecans on top of the sugar layer.
5. In a bowl, prepare the vanilla cake mix according to the box instructions.
6. Carefully pour the cake batter over the pecan mixture in the pan.
7. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool for 5 minutes, then place a tray or plate on top of the pan and flip the cake upside down.
9. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving so the topping sets nicely.