Georgia Cornbread Cake AKA Pecan Cake Recipe
Georgia Cornbread Cake, also known as Pecan Cake, is a moist and rich dessert combining the sweetness of both granulated and brown sugars with the crunch of finely chopped pecans. This charming cake offers a tender crumb enhanced by vanilla and vegetable oil, perfect served plain or with ice cream, caramel sauce, or whipped cream. A Southern classic that’s simple to make and delightful to share.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups self-rising flour
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sugars
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the baking pan: Lightly grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan, or alternatively, spray it with a non-stick baking spray that contains flour to ensure the cake does not stick.
- Mix sugars and wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is homogenous.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually add the self-rising flour and finely chopped pecans into the wet mixture, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed.
- Pour batter and bake: Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting into squares. Serve plain or enhance with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
Notes
- You can chop pecans finely by using a food processor for quick and even chopping, or simply use a knife if preferred.
- If self-rising flour is not available, make your own by combining all-purpose flour with ½ teaspoon salt and 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder.
- For glass baking dishes, lower oven temperature to 325°F and increase baking time by 7-10 minutes to ensure even cooking without burning.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with few crumbs attached.
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