PECAN UPSIDE DOWN CAKE

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This moist and tender cake is packed with pecans and sweetness. Although still not a "light" dessert, it has nearly a third fewer calories and 43% less fat than the original !

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c reduced-fat butter, melted
1/2 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 c dark karo corn syrup
1 1/2 c pecan halves, or chopped pieces
18 oz butter pecan cake mix
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 c reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 c unsweetened applesauce
2 large eggs plus 2 extra egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Spread evenly into a pan coated with cooking spray (I use a large cast iron skillet also sprayed) you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan. Set pan aside. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; beat with a mixer on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared pan. Bake at 350^ for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving platter. Serve warm or at room temperature . Great with ice cream of whipped cream.

Md.KhairuL HasaN
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the pecans and caramel sauce were the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Mabhunu Mbatha
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The combination of the moist cake, the gooey caramel sauce, and the crunchy pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Nakanyaji Stella
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the cake batter next time.


CI D
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the pecans and caramel sauce are the perfect topping. I highly recommend it!


Sana Jatti
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use my favorite nuts in place of pecans. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


Jishan Jishan
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the pecans and caramel sauce were the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Wafa Sadique Wagho
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The combination of the moist cake, the gooey caramel sauce, and the crunchy pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


derek hankins
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the cake batter next time.


Park Sama
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the pecans and caramel sauce are the perfect topping. I highly recommend it!


Gianni Donovan
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use my favorite nuts in place of pecans. It's a great recipe to have on hand for any occasion.


Jaime Simpson
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the pecans and caramel sauce were the perfect topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Rosemary Dube
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The combination of the moist cake, the gooey caramel sauce, and the crunchy pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hunter Proctor
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the cake batter next time.


Jameel Akhtar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! It was moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a delicious crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Stylish Rajpoot133
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the gooey caramel sauce and the crunchy pecans. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


pagol 1234
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's moist, flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I highly recommend it!


Zaid Arellano
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The cake was a little dry for my taste, but the pecans and caramel sauce were delicious. I think I would add more butter or oil to the cake batter next time.


Me Ratul Islam Riju
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


william tennessee
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I love the combination of flavors in this cake. The sweetness of the pecans and the caramel sauce pairs perfectly with the moist cake. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Saahir Tamang
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This pecan upside-down cake was a hit at my family gathering! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a delicious crunch. I will definitely be making this again.