Coconut Pecan Pound Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and delicious Coconut Pecan Pound Cake! This easy recipe starts with a cake mix, making it perfect for beginner bakers, yet delivers gourmet results. The incredible combination of toasted pecans, sweet coconut, and a luscious glaze will leave you wanting more. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 437.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Coconut Pecan Pound Cake

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How to Make Coconut Pecan Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, 4 large eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gently fold in 1 cup toasted pecans and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at the 60-minute mark.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze (recipe below). Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

178g

Fat

30g

Carbs

19g