Description
Butter Pecan Pound Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert that brings a rich, buttery flavor paired with the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. This moist cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to family gatherings, and is sure to impress your guests with its irresistible texture and taste. Easy to prepare, it’s a recipe anyone can master, making it a cherished addition to your baking repertoire. Serve it plain or elevate it with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups softened butter
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sifted flour and baking powder; gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed until combined.
- Gently fold in the toasted pecans with a rubber spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (57g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 105mg