Best 6 Pecan Cajun Cake Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Welcome to the world of pecan cajun cake, a tantalizing culinary creation that blends the flavors of Louisiana's Cajun cuisine with the nutty sweetness of pecans. Cajun cooking, known for its bold and spicy characters, meets the rich, buttery taste of pecans in this delectable cake, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting to explore the world of baking, this guide will take you through the steps of creating the perfect pecan cajun cake, ensuring a treat that will impress your taste buds and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CAJUN PECANS



Cajun Pecans image

Add a bit of sugar to make sweet-and-savory nuts perfect for any party.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 (2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Whisk the egg white, sugar and Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended and slightly foamy. Add the pecans and toss to coat evenly. Spread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the nuts are fragrant and slightly darker but still a bit moist. They will continue to crisp as they cool.
  • Cool completely on the pan. Nuts will keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

PECAN CAJUN CAKE



Pecan Cajun Cake image

Great for a Mardi Gras-themed dinner party! I was a member of the Barksdale AFB Officers' Wive's gourmet club. This cake was made for one of our luncheons. Guaranteed Cajun!

Provided by Jan

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup evaporated milk
½ cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease an 11x14-inch baking dish.
  • Mix flour, pineapple, 1 1/2 cups white sugar, eggs, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl; pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
  • Combine 1 cup sugar, evaporated milk, and margarine together in a saucepan; bring to a boil for 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and stir pecans and vanilla extract into sugar mixture.
  • Pierce the top of the cake with a toothpick and spread pecan topping over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 205.6 mg, Sugar 36.7 g

CAJUN CAKE



Cajun Cake image

This cake was born on the bayou. It has a caramel-pecan sauce that soaks into the cake.

Provided by Kitty

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup evaporated milk
½ cup margarine
1 cup chopped pecans
1 ½ cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, 1 1/2 cup sugar, salt and baking soda. Add eggs, pineapple, and juice. Mix at low speed until well blended.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven until a tester comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Have the topping ready when the cake comes out of the oven.
  • To Make Topping: In a saucepan, combine milk, 3/4 cup sugar, and margarine. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add pecans and coconut and combine. Remove from heat.
  • When cake comes out of the oven, pour on the topping and carefully spread on while cake is still hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.6 calories, Carbohydrate 76.5 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 401.6 mg, Sugar 49.8 g

CAJUN CAKE



Cajun Cake image

I have been making this for a while now and it is really good!The topping has a nice pecan flavor.Sometimes I add about 1/4 cup more pineapple.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 large cake

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups coconut

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • In a large bowl sift together flour,1 1/2 cups sugar,salt and baking soda.
  • Add eggs,pineapple and juice.
  • Mix at low speed until blended.
  • Pour into pan (I use a long square pan) and bake 30-35 minutes.
  • Topping: In a medium sized pan combine the evaporated milk,sugar and butter.
  • Bring to a low boil.
  • Add pecans and coconut.
  • Reduce heat and let simmer while cake is baking.
  • Spoon over hot cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6256, Fat 281.2, SaturatedFat 150.4, Cholesterol 721.8, Sodium 4153, Carbohydrate 890.2, Fiber 45.9, Sugar 547.1, Protein 86.3

CAJUN CAKE



Cajun Cake image

I have no idea why this is called a Cajun cake, but I do know that my family has been making it for years and you just about have to knock someone away from the pan to get a bite before it is all gone.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3/4 cup sugar
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter
1 cup coconut
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • Cake:.
  • Beat eggs and sugar.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add to egg mixture, mixing well.
  • Mix in pineapple.
  • Bake in a 13x9 greased pan at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Icing:.
  • Mix sugar, milk and butter over medium heat until mixture thickens well. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and pecans.
  • Pour over cake as soon as you take cake from oven.
  • Allow cake to cool before serving.
  • Refrigerate leftovers (like you'll have any!).

COCONUT PECAN CAKE



Coconut Pecan Cake image

This deliciously different cake won Best of Show when I entered it in the Laramie County Fair. Syrup poured over the hot cake makes the outside crusty and soaks into enhance the flavor.&emdash;Virginia Price, Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large eggs, room temperature
3 cups sugar, divided
1 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons coconut extract, divided
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, 2 cups sugar, oil and 2 teaspoons extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to egg mixture alternately with buttermilk just until moistened. stir in coconut and pecans. , Spoon into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the water, butter and remaining sugar. Bring to a boil; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; add remaining extract. , Slowly pour hot syrup over hot cake. Cool in pan for 4 hours before removing to a serving plate. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Fat 32g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh pecans, pure maple syrup, and a good-quality chocolate ganache.
  • Make sure to toast the pecans before using them. This will enhance their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • If you don't have a cake mix, you can make your own from scratch. There are many recipes available online.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

The pecan praline cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist cake, crunchy pecans, and sweet praline frosting are a combination that is sure to please everyone. Follow these tips and you'll be able to make a perfect pecan praline cake at home.

Related Topics