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Upside-Down Georgia Pecan Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Upside-Down Georgia Pecan Cake is a classic Southern dessert featuring a rich layer of buttery brown sugar and toasted pecans beneath a moist yellow cake. The cake is inverted after baking to reveal a glossy, nut-studded topping that pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Perfect for gatherings or any celebration, this cake combines sweet, nutty flavors with a tender crumb.

Ingredients

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Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Cake Batter

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Topping: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the packed brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Immediately pour this sugary butter mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle the pecan halves over the top, distributing them in an even layer.
  3. Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the ingredients for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Assemble Cake: Carefully pour the prepared cake batter over the pecan layer in the baking dish, spreading it evenly without disturbing the nuts.
  5. Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean when the cake is fully baked.
  6. Cool and Invert: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to rest in the pan for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the cake to loosen it, then carefully invert the cake onto a serving platter while still warm, revealing the beautiful pecan topping. Let the cake cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For enhanced flavor, toast the pecans lightly in a dry skillet before adding them to the sugar-butter mixture.
  • Serve this cake warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious Southern treat.

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