Description
Pecan Pie Pudding Cake is a warm, comforting dessert that combines a tender cinnamon-spiced cake base with a rich, gooey pecan pie topping. Baked together, the layers create a delightful pudding-like texture topped with caramelized pecans, perfect for serving with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Pecan Pie Topping:
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup hot water
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Make Cake Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Then, stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Fold in the chopped pecans gently to distribute evenly. Pour this batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, hot water, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is fully blended and smooth.
- Assemble Cake: Carefully pour the topping mixture over the cake batter in the baking dish. Do not stir; the topping will naturally sink and create a pudding layer as it bakes.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding topping is bubbling actively, indicating it is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. For best flavor and texture, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Notes
- Do not stir after adding the topping; this is essential for the pudding effect.
- Using hot water in the topping helps dissolve the sugars and melt the butter for a smooth caramel-like layer.
- For added flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before adding them.
- Make sure to grease the baking dish well to ensure easy serving and cleanup.
- This dessert is best enjoyed warm but can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
