Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake, inspired by Paula Deen! Rich, dark chocolate, smooth bourbon, and crunchy pecans create a symphony of flavor in every bite. This irresistible dessert is perfect for special occasions or a truly decadent treat. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 581 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen

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How to Make Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and bourbon.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the pecans and chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once completely cool, frost with your favorite chocolate buttercream frosting (recipe not included).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

141g

Fat

104g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen?

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen?

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen has approximately 581 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 68 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cake Paula Deen are Semi Sweet Chocolate Baking Squares, Butter, Eggs, Sugar, Bourbon, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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