Description
Pecan Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert featuring a moist cake topped with caramelized pecans and buttery syrup, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a round cake pan or skillet, melt the butter over low heat.
- Sprinkle in the brown sugar and stir until dissolved, forming a gooey sauce.
- Evenly distribute the toasted pecans over the melted butter and brown sugar mixture.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in milk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Gently pour the batter over the pecan mixture in the pan.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Let cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg into the cake batter. - This recipe can be gluten-free by substituting all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.