Orange Pecan Cake

This is a very rich cake with Grand Marnier poured into it.

• Calories: 316 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¾ cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• ¾ cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 1 ⅞ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream the butter or margarine, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs, then add vanilla, sour cream, and orange rind. Beat the flour mixture into the creamed mixture. Stir in the pecans. Pour the batter into a greased and floured tube pan.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/4 cup sugar, the orange juice, and the liqueur.

Step 4

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until it tests done with a toothpick. Pour the orange juice mixture over the hot cake. Transfer to a rack to cool.