Pecan and bourbon pound cake
This bourbon pecan pound cake combines a soft, fluffy batter with the deep flavor of bourbon and the crunchy texture of pecans. It begins by creaming butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, then the eggs are incorporated one by one. The flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg are sifted and added to the mixture alternately with a combination of sour cream and bourbon to maintain moisture and a characteristic flavor. Chopped pecans are added for a special touch. The batter is baked in a tube pan at 325 degrees for about an hour and a half, monitoring the baking towards the end to ensure it is perfectly done. Once cooled, it is topped with an icing made from powdered sugar, bourbon, and a little water to achieve a smooth consistency that drizzles over the cake, enhancing its flavor and presentation. This cake is ideal to accompany coffee or to enjoy as a dessert at a special gathering.
Ingredients (12)
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Cake flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Nutmeg
- Sour cream
- Bourbon
- Pecan nuts
- Powdered sugar
- Water
Instructions (14 steps)
- 1 Combine the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer and mix until light and fluffy
- 2 Add the eggs one at a time, beating constantly
- 3 Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg
- 4 Mix the sour cream and bourbon
- 5 Alternately add the flour and the sour cream mixture to the batter
- 6 Add the nuts
- 7 Grease the bottom and sides of a tube pan or bundt pan
- 8 Pour the batter and bake at 325 degrees for approximately one hour and 30 minutes
- 9 Test the cake frequently after the first hour and 15 minutes to check if it is done
- 10 Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before unmolding onto a rack
- 11 To prepare the glaze, combine the sugar and bourbon
- 12 Stir while gradually adding water
- 13 Add only enough water to make a pourable glaze without the mixture becoming too thin
- 14 Pour the glaze over the top of the warm cake and let it drip down the sides
Nutritional Information
Calories:
698 kcal
Protein:
15%
Carbohydrates:
30%
Fat:
48%
Sugar:
250%
Sodium:
18%
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.