Description
Southern pecan butter cake—rich, buttery, nutty, moist, sweet, tender, decadent, golden, flavorful, and perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans
- 1½ cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add self-rising flour and salt to the wet ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Make sure pecans are finely chopped to ensure even distribution throughout the batter.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey butter for added indulgence.
- This cake stores well at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg