Indulge in a slice of Southern charm with our reimagined classic: Butter Pecan Pound Cake. Pecans, the heart and soul of Southern desserts, take center stage in this delectable creation. From layered delights to irresistible cakes and pies, pecans bring a richness and depth of flavor that’s simply irresistible. Join us on a culinary journey as we transform the familiar into something truly extraordinary.
Ingredients:
- 3 Cups of Cake Flour
- 2 Cups of Granulated Sugar
- 1 Cup of Packed Brown Sugar
- 3 Sticks of Butter (at Room Temperature)
- 5 Eggs (at Room Temperature)
- 1 Cup of Whole Buttermilk (at Room Temperature)
- 1/2 Teaspoon of Baking Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
- 1 Tablespoon of Vanilla Extract
- 1 Tablespoon of Pound Cake Extract
- 2 Cups of Toasted Pecans
Thick Glaze:
- 2 cups of Powdered Sugar
- 4 oz of Butter
- 4 oz of Cream Cheese
- 4 Teaspoons of Half and Half
Instructions:
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until smooth, taking about 3-7 minutes. Gradually add in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla and pound cake extracts.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternate Mixing: Beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and egg mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in the toasted pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Pour the batter into a greased tube pan and bake for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, checking for doneness after 45 minutes. The cake is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes before transferring to a cake plate. Meanwhile, prepare the thick glaze by mixing powdered sugar, butter, cream cheese, and half and half until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, ensuring it’s completely covered to seal in moisture and enhance flavor.
Conclusion:
Elevate your dessert experience with our Butter Pecan Pound Cake, a harmonious blend of Southern tradition and contemporary flair. With its buttery richness, toasted pecans, and decadent glaze, every bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether shared with loved ones or savored in solitude, this masterpiece is sure to delight and inspire your culinary adventures.
