Description
This rich and buttery pound cake blends the decadence of cinnamon rolls with the tang of cream cheese and the crunch of pecans. Swirled with brown sugar cinnamon and topped with gooey caramel and luscious icing, it’s a stunning dessert that steals the spotlight at any gathering.
Ingredients
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1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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3 cups granulated sugar
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6 large eggs
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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1 tbsp vanilla extract
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½ cup brown sugar
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ cup chopped pecans
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½ cup caramel sauce
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½ cup cream cheese icing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Grease and flour a Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Cake Batter
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl
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In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined.
4. Assemble the Cake
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Pour half of the batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
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Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
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Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon layer.
5. Bake the Cake
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Bake in the preheated oven for 75–85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Add the Toppings
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Once the cake has cooled, drizzle with cream cheese icing and warm caramel sauce.
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Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top.
Notes
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Ingredient Quality: Use high-quality butter and pure vanilla extract for the best flavor.
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Caramel Sauce: Homemade or store-bought caramel sauce can be used; warm slightly before drizzling.
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Cream Cheese Icing: For homemade icing, beat together 4 oz cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp milk until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75–85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American