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Pumpkin Pecan Cake with Brown Butter Glaze Recipe

Pumpkin Pecan Cake with Brown Butter Glaze Recipe

  • Author: Louna Cakes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall with moist pumpkin cake topped with a rich brown butter glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped pecans

For the Brown Butter Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup (55 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl, then add eggs, vanilla, and pumpkin puree.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and add chopped pecans.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Prepare the brown butter glaze while the cake cools.
  7. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Pumpkin Pecan Cake, Brown Butter Glaze, Fall Dessert, Thanksgiving Cake