Description
A moist and flavorful cake made with buttery pecans, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
- Fold in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before frosting.
Notes
For the best flavor, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 6g