Description
Indulge in the rich, caramelized goodness of this Upside-Down Georgia Pecan Cake. A delightful Southern dessert that combines the nutty flavor of pecans with a tender cake base, creating a perfect blend of textures and tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pecan Topping:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
For the Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pan: Pour the melted butter into a 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter, followed by an even layer of chopped pecans.
- Mix the cake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Assemble the cake: Gently pour the batter over the pecan mixture in the pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a serving platter. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cake batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
