Marbled Pecan Pound Cake Recipe

Name: Marbled Pecan Pound Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 sticks butter; 1/2 c. shortening; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese; 3 1/2 c. extra fine sugar; 10 eggs; 4 c. plain or cake flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. vanilla; 1 oz. block unsweetened chocolate; 2 Tbsp. water; 3/4 c. chopped pecans

Servings: persons

1
Melt chocolate with water and let cool.
2
Sift flour and salt and set aside.
3
Cream butter, shortening, cream cheese and sugar until very light and fluffy.
4
Add eggs, one at a time, alternating with the flour mixture, beating on medium speed while adding.
5
Add vanilla and mix well.
6
Remove about 4 cups of batter and mix with the chocolate.
7
In a 10-inch greased and floured tube pan, layer the batter:
8
vanilla, chocolate, vanilla, chocolate and vanilla. Take a knife and reaching to the bottom, swirl through the batter to make marbled effect.
9
Sprinkle the chopped nuts on top and bake at 300u00b0 for 1 1/2 hours or until done, beginning in a cold oven.

2891

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

407

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 sticks butter, 1/2 c. shortening, 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 3 1/2 c. extra fine sugar, and more.

Yes, Marbled Pecan Pound 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Marbled Pecan Pound Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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