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Butter Pecan Cake Loaf

Delight in Butter Pecan Cake Loaf: Moist, Nutty Bliss

Indulge in the irresistible Butter Pecan Cake Loaf: a moist, nutty delight perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened Provides richness and moisture.
  • 1.75 cups Granulated Sugar For added sweetness.
  • 4 Large Eggs Use room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Flavor enhancer.
  • 0.5 tsp Almond Extract Enhances the cake's flavor.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the cake.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Soda Helps the cake rise.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1.25 cups Buttermilk Adds moisture.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans, toasted Introduces nutty flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Base for the glaze.
  • 0.25 cup Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Milk Adjusts consistency.
  • 1.5 cups Powdered Sugar, sifted Thickens glaze.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Pecans, for garnish Adds texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Loaf Pan
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped pecans.
  6. Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  7. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack.
  9. For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar and milk, bringing to a gentle simmer. Stir in vanilla and powdered sugar.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  11. Allow glaze to set for 30 minutes to 1 hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal results. Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.

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