Mama Neely's Spiced Pecan Cake Recipe

Name: Mama Neely's Spiced Pecan Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Butter, for greasing pan; 1 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 package golden cake mix; 1 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 large eggs

Servings: persons

Butter, for greasing pan
1 1/4 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons milk
1 package golden cake mix
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 13 by 9-inch pan.
2
For the filling: In a medium bowl, stir together the pecans, brown sugar and cinnamon until nicely combined and the pecans are fully coated.
3
For the glaze: In a second medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and milk until all the sugar is fully incorporated and there are no lumps.
4
Set the glaze to the side.
5
For the cake: Into a large bowl, add the cake mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, sugar, 1/4 cup water, flour and eggs.
6
Using an electric mixer, beat the ingredients until fully combined, about 4 minutes.
7
Pour about half of the batter into the prepared pan.
8
Spread the pecan filling on top and swirl into the batter.
9
Pour the next half of the batter over and spread to make an even layer.
10
Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
11
Remove from the oven, place on a cooling rack and let cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
12
Then invert the cake onto a plate or platter, and let cool completely.
13
Whisk the glaze a bit to make sure it's still smooth and then drizzle all over the cake.
14
Let the glaze set a bit and serve!

1094

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Butter, for greasing pan, 1 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Mama Neely's Spiced Pecan Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Mama Neely's Spiced Pecan Cake

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