Rich, buttery, and loaded with toasted pecans, this Southern-style pound cake brings comfort and warmth to every slice. Topped with a smooth caramel glaze and extra crunchy pecans, it’s the kind of dessert that makes any moment feel like a special occasion.
Ingredient | Amount |
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Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
Granulated sugar | 2 cups |
Large eggs (room temperature) | 4 |
All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
Baking powder | 2 tsp |
Salt | ½ tsp |
Whole milk | 1 cup |
Vanilla extract | 2 tsp |
Toasted pecans (chopped) | 1½ cups |
Ingredient | Amount |
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Brown sugar (packed) | 1 cup |
Unsalted butter | ½ cup |
Milk or heavy cream | ¼ cup |
Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
Extra pecans | For garnish |
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan generously to prevent sticking.
Using a mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in batches, alternating with milk. Mix just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
Pour the batter into your prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, butter, and milk or cream. Stir continuously and bring to a gentle boil.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
Drizzle the warm caramel glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to run down the sides. Top with extra pecans for crunch and presentation.
Serve slices on their own, or pair with whipped cream, hot coffee, or vanilla ice cream.
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