BOURBON PECAN CAKE

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Chock full of pecans and currants and spiked with a generous helping of bourbon, this cake is perfect for a special dinner. Great served with ice cream!

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Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups currants
3 cups chopped pecans
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons nutmeg
1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
5 egg yolks
1 cup bourbon
5 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Combine 1 cup of the flour with currants and pecans. Set aside.
  • Mix together the remaining 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then beat in the flour mixture alternately with the bourbon. Stir in the currant pecan mixture.
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff. Gently fold egg whites into the cake batter. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.3 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 94.5 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 221.3 mg, Sugar 38.3 g

Jay Smith
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This cake is a must-try for any pecan lover. The combination of bourbon and pecans creates a rich, decadent flavor that is simply irresistible. The cake is also incredibly moist and tender, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Johurul Allu
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I've made this Bourbon Pecan Cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful, and the pecan praline topping is the perfect finishing touch. Everyone who tries it loves it!


Rafsun Kazi
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5 stars for this fantastic recipe. It was very easy to follow, even for someone like me who doesn't bake very often. The cake turned out beautifully and was a huge hit with my friends.


John Perry
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I was looking for a special cake for my husband's birthday and this recipe caught my eye. The cake was a huge hit. It was moist, flavorful, and the pecan praline topping was the perfect touch. This recipe is a keeper!


Malik Tayyub
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Easy? Yes. Delicious? Oh, yes. The cake was a hit and I will definitely make it again. I can't wait to try it with different nuts or maybe chocolate chips. :D


barnabas aniyi kehinde
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I am very satisfied with this recipe. The resulting cake was a huge success and disappeared in no time. My family loved it. The flavor and texture were great and it was not too difficult to make.


Tracey McEachin
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Bourbon Pecan Cake perfection. Followed the recipe exactly and it was a huge hit. The cake was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the pecan praline topping was the perfect finishing touch. A must-try!


Jesse Weiner
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This cake is amazing! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. It's so moist and flavorful, and the pecan praline topping is the perfect finishing touch. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Paullette Garcia
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This cake was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone raved about its moistness and flavor. The bourbon and pecan flavors were perfectly balanced. Will definitely be making this again!


Lalsingh Airi
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I'm not usually a fan of cakes, but this Bourbon Pecan Cake changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was just incredible. It's a must-try for any cake lover!


Lizeth Zubia
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If you're looking for a delicious and festive cake to serve at your next gathering, this Bourbon Pecan Cake is the perfect choice. It's easy to make, looks impressive, and tastes amazing. Highly recommend!


snowplow 7
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Made this cake for my husband's birthday and it was a total success! The bourbon and pecan flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was so moist and tender. Will definitely be making this again!


Bulelwa Ngubo
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I'm not a huge baker, but this Bourbon Pecan Cake was so simple to make and it came out perfectly. I'm taking all the compliments from my friends and family. I will definitely be making this cake again!


Dinica Silviu
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Just made this Bourbon Pecan Cake yesterday and it turned out perfect! I followed the recipe precisely and it was so easy to make. The cake had the most amazing crumb and the flavors of the pecan and bourbon really shined through. My family loved it!


R Rush
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This Bourbon Pecan Cake was absolutely delicious!!! So easy to make, incredibly moist, and bursting with flavor. It was a huge hit at my holiday party and everyone asked for the recipe. Highly recommend!


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