Description
Pecan Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a moist, fluffy cake with a crunchy layer of caramelized pecans. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations. The rich flavors of butter and brown sugar create an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen, making it hard to resist that first slice. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoy it plain for breakfast—it’s a treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and halved
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until bubbly; stir frequently to create a caramel sauce.
- Pour the caramel into the prepared pan and evenly sprinkle pecans over the top.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and milk to the mixture until combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter over the pecans in the pan, smoothing out the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg