Butter Pecan Pound Cake

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Here’s a delightful recipe for Butter Pecan Pound Cake:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • Additional pecan halves for garnish (optional)

For the glaze:

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans.
  10. Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  11. While the cake is still warm, spoon the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. If desired, garnish with additional pecan halves.
  12. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.

This Butter Pecan Pound Cake is rich, moist, and full of nutty flavor. It’s perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations. Enjoy!

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