Best 5 Amazing Pecan Coffee Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible flavors of pecan coffee cake, a classic treat that combines the comforting aroma of coffee with the sweet crunch of pecans. This delectable cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a leisurely breakfast, an afternoon tea party, or a special dessert. With its moist crumb, rich coffee flavor, and generous topping of buttery pecans, this amazing pecan coffee cake is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Discover the secrets of creating this culinary masterpiece with our carefully curated selection of recipes, each offering unique variations on this beloved classic.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN COFFEE CAKE



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My mom serves this nutty coffee cake for Christmas breakfast each year. The simple recipe is a big timesaver on such an event-filled morning. Everyone loves the crunchy topping. -Becky Wax, Tuscola, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup sour cream
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the first six ingredients on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine pecans, sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over batter. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl pecan mixture. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and orange juice until smooth; drizzle over warm coffee cake. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

AMAZING PECAN COFFEE CAKE



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Melt in your mouth. My mother-in-law actually asked for this recipe... now THAT'S saying something.

Provided by DWBH

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13 inch pan with aluminum foil, and lightly grease with vegetable oil or cooking spray. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in sour cream, then beat in sugar. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. By hand, fold in the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Spread batter into prepared pan.
  • To make the Pecan Topping: In a medium bowl, mix together brown sugar, pecans and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over cake batter in pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack, and remove foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.7 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 279.9 mg, Sugar 34.6 g

PECAN SOUR CREAM COFFEE CAKE



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For me, the best part about coffee cake is the crispy, crunchy, buttery crumbs. So here I significantly upped the amounts used. Bake times will vary according to pan size and composition.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ cups pecans, finely chopped
⅓ cup white sugar
⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 ⅞ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream or creme fraiche

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter an 8-inch by 10-inch baking dish.
  • Mix pecans, 1/3 cup white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter thoroughly in a mixing bowl until all components are coated with butter, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In another bowl, mix together butter and 1 cup sugar with a spatula until well blended. Add 1 egg and whisk until mixture is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk in second egg until thoroughly incorporated. Add vanilla and sour cream; whisk together. Add flour mixture to wet ingredients; whisk until flour disappears (do not over mix).
  • Spread one half of the batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Scatter one half of the crumb mixture evenly over the top of the batter. Top with the rest of the batter and spread carefully to evenly distribute, trying not to disturb the crumbs. Top with the rest of the crumb mixture. Very gently press crumbs into batter. Bake in preheated oven until a bamboo skewer comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.4 calories, Carbohydrate 69.3 g, Cholesterol 101.1 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 473.7 mg, Sugar 43.4 g

THE BEST (CINNAMON PECAN) COFFEE CAKE



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I found this recipe ages ago in a magazine, and didn't try it until I was requested to bring a coffee cake to Easter brunch. Oh my gosh, the cake was amazing! The recipe was great as is, and I think you'll all enjoy it. I know the guests at the brunch did! (Tip: Now that I've made the recipe once, I do think that it could use more filling. Of course, that's just me, but if you have want an extra sweet coffee cake, I would double the filling recipe, then pour only 1/3 of the batter in the pan when you sprinkle the filling on it. Only sprinkle 1/2 the filling on the batter, pour in another 1/3 of the batter, sprinkle the rest of the filling on it, than pour the remaining cake batter on it. I think that will make the cake turn out even better! Just a suggestion... I'll let you know how it turns out after I try it!)

Provided by MissyMuffin

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/3 cup quick-cooking oats
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
3 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup traditional half-and-half cream or 1/2 cup fat free half-and-half cream
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour one 12-cup Bundt pan or 10-inch tube pan; set aside.
  • FILLING: Combine all filling ingredients in small bowl; mix well and set aside.
  • CAKE: Combine sugar, butter, eggs, and almond extract in large mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping sides of the bowl often, until well mixed. Add all remaining cake ingredients while beating on low continually. Mix well.
  • Spread half of batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle filling over batter. Spoon remaining batter over filling.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan. Place cake on wire rack.
  • GLAZE: Combine all glaze ingredients in 2-quart saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until mixture begins to boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • (If using Fat Free Half and Half, remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes to thicken or until desired glazing consistency.).
  • Drizzle glaze over cake. Serve cake warm or at room temperature.

PECAN COFFEE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
3 eggs
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 cup pecans pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, stir 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon together. Butter a tube pan well and liberally coat it with the cinnamon sugar.
  • In a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter until smooth. With the mixer running, slowly add the sugar and mix. Add the eggs and mix until the mixture is light and fluffy. Sift the sifted flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. Working in batches, add them to the butter-sugar mixture, alternating with dollops of sour cream. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Make the topping: In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the butter and, using your fingertips, pinch the ingredients together into a sandy, crumbly mixture. Add the pecans and mix. Sprinkle the mixture over the cake.
  • Bake until risen and browned, about 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool in the pan then turn out. Serve in slices.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the batter come together smoothly and prevent curdling.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a bundt pan with a removable bottom: This will make it easy to remove the cake from the pan without breaking it.
  • Let the cake cool completely before glazing: This will help the glaze set properly.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Pecan coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee cake that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this cake is sure to be a hit. With its moist and fluffy crumb, nutty pecan flavor, and sweet glaze, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make coffee cake, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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