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Southern Georgia Pecan Cake

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist Southern Georgia Pecan Cake packed with crunchy pecans and warm spices, perfect for holidays or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups chopped Georgia pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the sour cream until combined.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped pecans evenly.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the batter.
  • This cake tastes even better the next day after the flavors have melded.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg