Delicious Pecan Upside Down Cake
Delicious Pecan Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a moist, buttery cake with a luscious caramelized pecan topping. Each bite reveals a perfect balance of sweetness and nutty crunch, making it an ideal centerpiece for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cake is best served warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with brown sugar until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans and pour the mixture into the greased pan.
- In a bowl, mix granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly over the pecan mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg