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Pecan Flourless Pound Cake

This pound cake is made primarily with ground pecans instead of traditional flour, creating a dense and moist crumb. The batter is mixed with eggs and sugar, then baked until golden, resulting in a rich, melting texture with a caramelized nut topping. The final appearance is a golden-brown, slightly domed cake with a crunchy pecan topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups ground pecans finely ground
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans for topping, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • 8-inch loaf pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pecans and granulated sugar using a spatula until well blended, creating a slightly crumbly mixture that resembles coarse meal.
    2 cups ground pecans
  3. Add the eggs one at a time to the mixture, mixing thoroughly with a hand or stand mixer after each addition until the batter is smooth and slightly thickened. Add vanilla extract during this process.
    2 cups ground pecans
  4. Pour in the melted, cooled butter and fold it into the batter with a spatula until fully incorporated and the mixture becomes cohesive and slightly glossy.
    2 cups ground pecans
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the surface for a crunchy topping.
    2 cups ground pecans
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The edges should pull slightly away from the pan, and the cake should emit a pleasant nutty aroma.