Description
A heartwarming Pecan Sugar Cake with crunchy pecans and a moist, tender crumb, perfect for family gatherings and autumn afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and chopped pecans.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smoothly combined.
- Combine your wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Consider using low-sugar substitutes or gluten-free flour for variations. Pair with vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg