Description
Indulgent brown sugar caramel pound cake beckons dessert enthusiasts with its rich, buttery charm. Warm Southern hospitality infuses each slice, promising a delectable experience that connects sweet memories and culinary comfort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
Secondary Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 325°F (163°C) and thoroughly coating a bundt pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and airy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the creamed mixture, ensuring each is fully integrated before adding the next, which helps maintain a smooth texture.
- Separately, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk to maintain a consistent batter. Fold in vanilla extract and chopped pecans with minimal stirring.
- Transfer batter into the prepared bundt pan, spreading evenly and creating a smooth surface. Bake for 75-85 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted near the center.
- While cake cools, create caramel glaze by melting butter in a saucepan, then adding brown sugar and stirring until completely dissolved.
- Pour heavy cream and vanilla into the sugar mixture, simmering and stirring constantly until the glaze thickens and develops a rich caramel color.
- Once cake has cooled completely, drizzle warm caramel glaze over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides naturally. Let glaze set for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Soften butter at room temperature for easier creaming and smoother cake texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a tough, dense cake with less delicate crumb.
- Toast pecans briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch.
- Use dark brown sugar for deeper, more intense caramel notes in the cake and glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 499 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 152 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg