Description
Pecan Upside Down Cake is a decadent dessert that combines a moist vanilla cake with a luscious layer of caramelized pecans. Each slice offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, making it perfect for gatherings or an indulgent treat any day of the week. The warm aroma of toasted pecans fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to enjoy this irresistible masterpiece. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cake will surely impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a saucepan, melt ½ cup of butter with 1 cup of brown sugar over low heat; stir in chopped pecans and pour into the pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the remaining butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well before each addition, then stir in milk.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter over the pecan mixture in the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown; cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg