Description
A deliciously moist cake topped with caramelized pecans, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat until bubbly.
- Stir in the pecans and pour the mixture into a greased cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and remaining butter.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour the batter over the pecan mixture in the pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pecan Upside Down Cake, dessert, cake recipe, pecan recipe