Description
Indulge in this decadent German Chocolate Pecan Pound Cake that’s easy to make and perfect for special occasions. Enjoy the rich flavors with a delightful texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup German chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
For the German Chocolate Pecan Glaze:
- 1 cup German chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup pecans, chopped and toasted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined for a smooth batter.
- Fold in Chocolate and Pecans: Gently fold in the chopped German chocolate and toasted pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Carefully remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
For the German Chocolate Pecan Glaze:
- Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Be careful not to let it boil.
- Melt Chocolate: Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped German chocolate. Let it sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth and creamy.
- Glaze the Cake: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pound cake and sprinkle with additional toasted pecans for garnish. Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
Keywords: German Chocolate Cake, Pound Cake, Dessert, Baking, Chocolate Lovers, Sweet Treats