Mary's Pea Picking Cake Recipe

A taste of the South! This delightful Mary's Pea Picking Cake recipe comes from a family secret passed down from Charlie's sister, bringing back sweet memories of a trip south. Made with love and simple ingredients, this cake only gets better with age, developing a richer flavor over time. Try it and discover a new Southern classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 600 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Mary's Pea Picking Cake

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How to Make Mary's Pea Picking Cake

  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 sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, 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 buttermilk and pecans.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting. (This allows the flavors to meld and enhance.)
  10. Once cool, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting or glaze.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

259g

Fat

44g

Carbs

30g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mary's Pea Picking Cake?

Mary's Pea Picking Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mary's Pea Picking Cake?

Mary's Pea Picking Cake has approximately 600 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 30 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mary's Pea Picking Cake?

The key ingredients for Mary's Pea Picking Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Eggs, Oil, Mandarin Oranges, Cool Whip, Vanilla Pudding Mix. See the full list with measurements above.

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