A moist and flavorful cake with rich butter and toasted pecans, perfect for any special occasion or as a delightful dessert treat.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 10 grams baking powder
- 115 grams butter
- 2 eggs
- 120 ml milk
- 120 grams pecans
- 1 gram salt
- 200 grams sugar
- 5 ml vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Step 2
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Step 6
Fold in the toasted pecans.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Step 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.