Description
Savor a delightful Pecan Upside Down Cake, where crunchy pecans unite with a rich caramel topping, creating an unforgettable dessert that’s perfect for every celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a saucepan, melt butter with brown sugar over medium heat until bubbling, then stir in chopped pecans and pour into the prepared pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and remaining brown sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture while alternating with milk until smooth.
- Pour batter over the caramel layer in the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, toast your pecans lightly before using them in the recipe. - Substitute almond flour for a gluten-free version or add chocolate chips for extra indulgence. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.