Butter Pecan Pound Cake: A Southern Classic with a Buttery Twist

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pecans
In a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped pecans and toast them for 5–6 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the batter.

2. Preheat and Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a Bundt or tube pan generously.

3. Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy—about 3 to 5 minutes.

4. Add the Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

6. Combine Batter
Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with milk. Begin and end with the flour. Stir in vanilla extract and fold in the cooled toasted pecans.

7. Bake
Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Bake for 70 to 80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.

8. Glaze It (Optional)
For the glaze, melt butter with brown sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Tips for Success:

Don’t skip toasting the pecans – it deepens their flavor and adds a wonderful crunch.
Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth, even batter.
Don’t overmix once you add the flour to avoid a dense cake.
Let it cool fully before glazing for a neater finish.

Serving Ideas:

Serve a slice of Butter Pecan Pound Cake with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a warm drizzle of caramel sauce. It also pairs beautifully with coffee or a glass of sweet tea.

In Conclusion

Butter Pecan Pound Cake is a celebration of Southern baking at its finest. It’s buttery, nutty, moist, and completely satisfying. Whether you make it for a special occasion or just to treat yourself and your family, this cake never disappoints. One bite, and you’ll know why it’s a cherished favorite passed down through generations.

So preheat that oven, toast those pecans, and get ready to bake a dessert that tastes like home.