Go Back
Print Pin

Pecan Coffee Cake Recipe

Pecan coffee cake is a rich, buttery treat layered with crunchy pecans, a cinnamon-sugar swirl, and a moist, tender crumb. Topped with a sweet streusel and glaze, it’s the perfect companion for your morning coffee or an indulgent afternoon snack. Easy to make and packed with warm, nutty flavors, this coffee cake will quickly become a family favorite.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 9x13-inch baking dish or round springform pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • For the Pecan Filling:
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Streusel Topping:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  • Prepare the Cake Batter
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Make the Pecan Filling
  • In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Layer the Coffee Cake
  • Spread half of the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the pecan filling over the batter. Spread the remaining batter over the filling, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
  • Prepare the Streusel Topping
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped pecans. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cake.
  • Bake the Cake
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
  • Add the Glaze
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.