Moist, rich, and full of cinnamon-sugar goodness, this cake is a warm and comforting treat that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or a cozy afternoon tea.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time55 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr10 minutesmins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12servings
Calories: 380kcal
Equipment
Tube Pan
Mixing Bowl
Stand Mixer
Ingredients
For the Cake
1cupButter, softened2 sticks
2cupsGranulated sugar
2largeEggs
1cupSour cream
1tspVanilla extract
2cupsAll-purpose flour
1tspBaking powder
1/4tspSalt
For the Topping
1/2cupPecans, finely chopped
1/2tspCinnamon
2tbspLight brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a tube pan.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
Mix together pecans, cinnamon, and brown sugar for the topping.
Pour half the batter into the pan, sprinkle with half the topping, then repeat with remaining batter and topping.
Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely in the pan before removing. Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days. Can be frozen for 2 months. Warm slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds.