✔ Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
✔ Grease and flour a bundt pan or loaf pan.
✅ TIP: Use a light-colored pan for even baking!
2️⃣ Toast the Pecans for Maximum Flavor
✔ In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
✔ Remove from heat and let cool.
✅ Toasting pecans brings out their deep, nutty flavor!
3️⃣ Make the Batter
✔ In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
✔ Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
✔ Stir in vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients
✔ In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
✔ Gradually add flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour.
✔ Fold in toasted pecans.
✅ Don’t overmix! This keeps the cake soft and fluffy.
5️⃣ Bake to Perfection
✔ Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
✔ Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
✔ Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
✅ Perfectly golden brown, buttery, and fragrant!
6️⃣ Make the Butter Pecan Glaze
✔ In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar, stirring constantly.
✔ Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes.
✔ Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and pecans.
✅ Let cool slightly before drizzling over the cake!
7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
✔ Drizzle warm butter pecan glaze over the cake.
✔ Slice and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream!
✅ Rich, buttery, nutty, and absolutely delicious!
🔥 Variations & Customization
🔹 Chocolate Twist – Add ½ cup chocolate chips 🍫
🔹 Caramel Pecan Pound Cake – Drizzle with caramel sauce 🍮
🔹 Bourbon Butter Pecan Cake – Add 2 tbsp bourbon for extra depth 🥃
🔹 Extra Moist Version – Add ½ cup sour cream to the batter 🥛
🥡 Storage & Freezing Tips
✔ Store at room temperature for 3 days (covered).
✔ Refrigerate for up to 5 days – warm slices before serving!
✔ Freeze for up to 2 months – wrap in plastic wrap & thaw overnight.
✅ Still moist and buttery even after freezing!
🏆 Final Thoughts – A Butter Pecan Lover’s Dream Cake!
This Butter Pecan Pound Cake is rich, nutty, and full of buttery goodness. Whether for holidays, brunch, or a simple treat, this cake is always a hit!
