Pecan Perfection: The Ultimate Upside Down Cake Recipe

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. For the pecan topping, melt 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan. Stir in the brown sugar until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Arrange the pecan halves on top of the sugar mixture.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
7. Pour the batter over the pecan topping in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
10. Run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake. Invert the cake onto a serving plate, allowing the pecan topping to be on top.
11. Serve the pecan upside-down cake warm and enjoy!

This delightful dessert combines the richness of pecans with a moist and flavorful cake. It’s perfect for any special occasion or simply as a sweet treat for yourself!