Upside-Down Pecan Cake

Here’s a delightful recipe for Upside-Down Pecan Cake that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup pecans, halved
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Topping:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until combined.
   • Pour this mixture into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Arrange the pecans evenly over the butter-sugar mixture.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
   • In another bowl, combine the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
3. Assemble and Bake:
   • Pour the cake batter over the pecans in the pan, spreading it evenly.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate.
   • Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature!

Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add a splash of bourbon to the topping mixture.
• Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat!

Enjoy your Upside-Down Pecan Cake!