This Southern-inspired cake is moist, buttery, and loaded with pecans, creating a crunchy caramelized topping that pairs perfectly with the soft vanilla cake. A must-try for pecan lovers!
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏳ Bake Time: 45-50 minutes
⏱ Total Time: ~1 hour
🍽 Servings: 12
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~450
🛒 Ingredients
For the Pecan Topping:
- 🧈 ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 🍚 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 🥄 2 tbsp corn syrup or honey
- 🥜 1 ½ cups pecan halves
For the Cake Batter:
- 🧈 ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 🍚 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🌿 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 🥛 1 cup buttermilk
- 🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 tsp baking powder
- 🥄 ½ tsp baking soda
- 🧂 ½ tsp salt
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Pan & Topping
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a Bundt pan or 9-inch round cake pan.
2️⃣ In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Pour into the pan.
3️⃣ Arrange pecan halves evenly over the butter mixture.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
4️⃣ In a large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
5️⃣ Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
6️⃣ In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
7️⃣ Gradually add dry ingredients and buttermilk, alternating, until fully combined.
Step 3: Bake & Flip!
8️⃣ Pour the cake batter over the pecans in the pan. Smooth the top.
9️⃣ Bake for 45-50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
🔟 Let cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate while still warm.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
Let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm! Pairs great with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream! 🍦
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Buttery, caramelized pecan topping!
✔️ Moist, soft vanilla cake base.
✔️ Easy to make but looks fancy!
✔️ Perfect for holidays or special occasions!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Use toasted pecans for extra crunch!
✅ No buttermilk? Use 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar as a substitute.
✅ Make ahead! This cake stays fresh for up to 3 days covered at room temp.
Enjoy your Upside Down Georgia Pecan Cake—rich, nutty, and full of Southern charm! 🍰🥜 Let me know if you want more classic dessert recipes! 😊