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german chocolate pecan pound cake

German chocolate pecan pound cake: 5 Irresistible Tips

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist German chocolate pecan pound cake with a delightful chocolate flavor and crunchy pecans.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup German chocolate, melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a bundt pan.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and melted German chocolate.
  6. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
  8. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  10. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Can be served with chocolate glaze or whipped cream.
  • Best enjoyed at room temperature.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

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