Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1 cup German chocolate, finely chopped
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
For the Chocolate Pecan Glaze:
1 cup German chocolate, chopped
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup pecans, toasted and chopped
Instructions:
Preheat & Prep the Pan:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan to prevent sticking.
Cream Butter & Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Incorporate Eggs & Vanilla:
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix the Batter:
Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
Fold in Chocolate & Pecans:
Gently fold in the chopped German chocolate and toasted pecans, distributing them evenly.
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool Completely:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool fully.
Preparing the Chocolate Pecan Glaze:
Heat the Cream:
In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
Melt the Chocolate:
Remove from heat, add the chopped German chocolate, and let it sit for a couple of minutes. Stir until smooth.
Glaze the Cake:
Drizzle the warm glaze over the cooled cake and top with toasted pecans for an extra crunch.
Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy a slice of this rich and moist German Chocolate Pecan Pound Cake with a cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 70 minutes | Total Time: 90 minutes
Calories: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 12