Coffee Pecan Delight Cake Recipe
Discover the rich flavors of coffee and pecans merged into a delightful cake that promises to be the centerpiece of any gathering. This Coffee Pecan Delight Cake balances the robust flavors of coffee with the nutty crunch of pecans, wrapped up in a sweet, buttery embrace. Here’s how you can bring this delicious dessert to your table.
Ingredients:
- 225g Butter: Room temperature, plus extra for greasing
- 225g Light Muscovado Sugar
- 4 Eggs
- 1 tbsp Coffee Granules: Mixed to a paste with 2 tbsp milk
- 175g Plain Flour
- 3 tsp Baking Powder
- 150g Pecan Halves: 8 reserved for decoration, the rest chopped
Directions:
Step 1: Preparing the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan assisted, gas mark 4).
- Grease and line 2 x 20cm sandwich tins.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing in the coffee paste and 1 tbsp of flour with each egg to prevent curdling.
- Fold in the remaining flour, baking powder, and chopped pecans.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared tins, smoothing the tops.
Step 2: Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cakes have risen and spring back when gently pressed.
- Cool slightly in the tins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Making Pecan Brittle
- Spread sugar evenly in a frying pan with 2 tbsp of water.
- Heat until the sugar melts and turns golden.
- Add the whole pecans, then pour onto a prepared baking sheet.
- Allow to cool, then break the brittle, reserving some whole pecans for decoration.
Step 4: Assembling the Cake
- Whip the butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy, adjusting with a splash of water if needed.
- Crush the brittle to a coarse powder and fold into the icing.
- Assemble the cake by spreading icing between the layers and over the top.
- Finish with a decoration of glazed pecans.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 620 kcal per serving
- Servings: 8
Preparation and Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
Enjoy your homemade Coffee Pecan Delight Cake, a perfect blend of taste and texture that is sure to impress. Whether it’s a special occasion or a cozy weekend treat, this cake will be a hit!
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Coffee Pecan Delight Cake
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Description
This Coffee Pecan Delight Cake combines the bold flavors of rich coffee and sweet muscovado with the crunchy texture of pecan brittle, creating a symphony of tastes that dance on the palate. It’s the perfect cake for any occasion, blending sophistication with classic comfort.
Crafted with care, each layer of this cake is moist and fluffy, complemented by the crispy pecan brittle that adds an irresistible crunch. The cake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making it a standout dish at any gathering or a special treat just for you on a cozy evening.
Ingredients
225g butter (room temperature), plus extra for greasing
225g light muscovado sugar
4 eggs
1 tbsp coffee granules mixed to a paste with 2 tbsp milk
175g plain flour
3 tsp baking powder
150g pecan halves (8 reserved for decoration, the rest chopped)
Notes
STEP 1:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan assisted, gas mark 4). Grease and line 2 x 20cm sandwich tins. Cream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing in the coffee paste and 1 tbsp of flour with each egg. Fold in the remaining flour, baking powder, and chopped pecans.
STEP 2:
Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared tins, smoothing the tops. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cakes have risen and spring back when gently pressed. Let them cool slightly in the tins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
STEP 3:
For the pecan brittle, evenly spread sugar in a frying pan with 2 tbsp of water. Heat until the sugar melts and turns golden. Add the whole pecans, then pour onto a prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool, then break the brittle, reserving some whole pecans for decoration.
STEP 4:
Whip the butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy, adjusting with a splash of water if needed. Crush the brittle to a coarse powder and fold into the icing. Assemble the cake by spreading icing between the layers and over the top. Finish with a decoration of glazed pecans.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 620 kcal