Ingredients:
.1 cup salted butter, softened
.1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
.2 cups light brown sugar, packed
.1 cup granulated sugar
.2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
.6 large eggs
.3 cups all-purpose flour
.1 teaspoon baking powder
.1/2 teaspoon salt
.1 cup whole buttermilk
.1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted and roughly chopped
.1/2 cup toffee bits
.Praline Glaze:
.2 tablespoons salted butter
.1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
.1/4 cup heavy cream
.1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
.1/4 cup pecans, toasted and finely chopped
Directions:
1 ️Grease and flour a tube pan thoroughly and set it aside. Using a stand mixer, whip the butter, shortening, vanilla, and both sugars until creamy and light in color, about 2 minutes.
2️ Introduce eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next and occasionally scraping the sides of the bowl.
3️ In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, then mix on medium speed for 45-60 seconds until blended.
4️ Fold in the pecans and toffee bits by hand, then spread the batter into the prepared pan.
5️ Place the pan in a cold oven. Set to bake at 325°F for 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
6️ Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 minutes, then invert onto the rack to cool completely.
7️ For the glaze, melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl, blend in brown sugar and heavy cream, and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla and pecans, let it cool slightly, and drizzle over the cake.
Prep Time: 25 minutes | 🍳Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 minutes | ⏳Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes | 🔥Kcal: 568 kcal | 🍽Servings: 16 servings
✅ Variations and Tips:
✅ Swap in unsalted butter and a pinch of salt if salted butter isn’t available.
✅ Almonds or walnuts can be used in place of pecans for a different nutty flavor.
✅ Try maple extract instead of vanilla in the glaze for a unique twist.
✅ A sprinkle of cinnamon in the batter adds a warm spiciness.
✅ For a less rich option, milk can be used instead of heavy cream in the glaze.
