My Cousin’s Butter Pecan Pound Cake
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible Butter Pecan Pound Cake, a true crowd-pleaser that has everyone clamoring for the recipe! This delicious cake, with its rich, buttery flavor and crunchy pecans, is perfect for any dessert table or special occasion. It’s incredibly easy to make and yields a cake so moist and decadent, you’ll find yourself making it again and again.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant butterscotch pudding mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup canola oil
- 1 cup butterscotch morsels (optional, for added sweetness and texture)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly and develops a beautiful golden crust.
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Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except the pecans and butterscotch morsels. Beat them together until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This step is crucial for creating a uniform batter that will result in a perfectly textured cake.
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Incorporate the Nuts and Morsels: Gently fold in the chopped pecans and butterscotch morsels (if using) into the batter. This adds a delightful crunch and extra flavor to each slice of the cake.
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Prepare the Bundt Pan: Grease and flour a bundt pan to ensure that your cake will come out easily once baked. This also helps in achieving a nice, even color on the cake’s exterior.
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Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. To check if the cake is done, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, the cake can be sliced and served.
Serving Suggestion
This Butter Pecan Pound Cake is delightful on its own, but you can also dress it up with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra touch of indulgence. Enjoy a slice with a cup of coffee or tea, and watch as it becomes a favorite at your gatherings!
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 3859.8 per cake
- Fat Content: 356.4 grams
- Saturated Fat Content: 95.2 grams
- Cholesterol Content: 739.8 milligrams
- Sodium Content: 492.1 milligrams
- Carbohydrate Content: 141.1 grams
- Fiber Content: 10.5 grams
- Sugar Content: 120.5 grams
- Protein Content: 40.2 grams
With its rich flavor and tender crumb, this Butter Pecan Pound Cake is sure to be a hit at your next family picnic or dessert gathering. Enjoy every delicious bite!
