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Pecan Upside Down Cake

Pecan Upside Down Cake is a delightful dessert that will impress everyone. With its sweet layers of pecans and a moist cake, it’s perfect for any occasion. The best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make!

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  • In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and salt. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan.
  • Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the sugar mixture in the pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder until smooth. Pour the batter over the pecan topping in the pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes, then invert it onto a serving plate.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
Keyword Cake, Pecan