Texas Brown Sugar Pound Cake Recipe

Name: Texas Brown Sugar Pound Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup Crisco shortening; 2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 cup granulated sugar; 6 large eggs, divided; 3 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup evaporated milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups pecans, toasted, chopped (very important to toast them)

Servings: persons

1
Beat butter and shortening with electric mixer until creamy.
2
Gradually add brown sugar and granulated sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
3
Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until the yellow yolk disappears.
4
Sift together flour and baking powder.
5
Add alternately with the evaporated milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
6
Beat batter at low speed just until blended after each addition.
7
Stir in vanilla and pecans.
8
Pour batter into greased and floured 12-cup tube or Bundt pan.
9
Place pan in cold oven.
10
Set oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
11
Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into middle comes out clean.
12
Cool 10 to 15 minutes.
13
Remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack.

1983

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

240

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1/2 cup Crisco shortening, 2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed, 1 cup granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Texas Brown Sugar 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!

Texas Brown Sugar Pound Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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