MAKEOVER PECAN UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

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This moist and tender pecan upside-down cake is packed with pecans and sweetness. Although still not a "light" dessert, it has nearly a third fewer calories and 43 percent less fat than the original! -Mae Johnson, De Ridder, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup reduced-fat butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1-1/2 cups pecan halves
1 package butter pecan cake mix (regular size)
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and pecans. Spread evenly into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Set aside., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Transfer to prepared pan., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

RJ Rana Boos
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I'm not a huge fan of pecan pie, but I loved this cake! The pecan topping was so delicious and the cake itself was moist and flavorful.


Azym Uddin
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This cake is a must-try for any pecan lover! It's so easy to make and it's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ufon Aseiteg
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I've tried other pecan upside-down cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of sweet and gooey.


kitykatking 999
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.


Lawrence Arellano
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge hit! All the kids loved it.


Deepak Ck
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This cake was absolutely delicious! The pecan topping was so caramelized and flavorful.


Daniel Kwame
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.


Leon Hargrove
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This cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and everyone loves it.


Xd It'sAayden
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make and it turned out amazing! I'm definitely going to make it again.


Tinuke Ariyo-Oshodi
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Yassin Phassin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. The pecan topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Itumeleng IJB
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Ian Philly Bay
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to dessert for any occasion.


Shoqatali malik
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


MUAZ SHABEER
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This upside-down pecan cake was such a hit with my family! The sticky pecan topping was perfectly caramelized and the cake itself was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.