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Butter Pecan Cake Loaf

Buttery Butter Pecan Cake Loaf That Hugs You Back

This Butter Pecan Cake Loaf combines nutty flavors and a sweet glaze, making it a comforting dessert that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup toasted pecans chopped
  • ½ cup milk or heavy cream
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add the vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the dry ingredients and gradually add to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
  5. Fold in the toasted pecans into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze and drizzle over the cooled loaf before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 190mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover slices by wrapping tightly; best enjoyed fresh.

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