Description
This delightful cake captures the heart of Southern hospitality with its rich, moist texture and the irresistible sweetness of praline glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- For the Praline Glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped, toasted pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper at the bottom to ensure the cake releases flawlessly after baking.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, typically after 3-5 minutes.
- Introduce the eggs one at a time into your creamed mixture, making sure to blend well after each addition. Add in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients with buttermilk, alternating between the two. Start and finish with the dry mixture.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
- Transfer the mixed batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top. Bake for approximately 55-60 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting to facilitate even mixing. For perfect texture, do not over-mix the batter after adding the dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 450 per slice
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Protein: 6 g