Ingredients
🎃 Ingredients for Traditional Pecan Cake
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes/Substitutions |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups | Or gluten-free 1:1 baking flour for gluten-free option |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp | - |
| Baking soda | 1/2 tsp | - |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp | - |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp | - |
| Ground nutmeg | 1/2 tsp | - |
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1 cup | - |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup | - |
| Packed light brown sugar | 1/2 cup | - |
| Large eggs, room temperature | 3 | - |
| Vanilla extract | 2 tsp | - |
| Buttermilk | 1 cup | Substitute with milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice |
| Chopped pecans, toasted | 1 1/2 cups | Omit for nut-free or swap with sunflower seeds |
For the Glaze (Optional):
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes/Substitutions |
|---|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 1 cup | - |
| Milk or cream | 2-3 tbsp | Use plant-based milk for dairy-free |
| Vanilla extract | 1/2 tsp | - |
| Chopped pecans, for garnish | 1/4 cup | - |