IngredientDescription:
A soft, buttery cake loaded with crunchy pecans and topped with a rich, brown sugar frosting. This 4-ingredient recipe is simple, quick, and absolutely delicious – perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 box yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup brown sugar
(Optional: a pinch of salt to enhance the frosting flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix until well combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the brown sugar with 2–3 tablespoons of butter or water (optional for creaminess). Stir continuously until smooth.
- Frost Cake: Pour the warm brown sugar frosting over the cooled cake, spreading evenly. Allow to set slightly before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your buttery, nutty treat!
✅ Tips:
For extra crunch, sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top before the frosting sets.
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.
Instructions:
Enjoy!