Butter Pecan Loaf, Cream Cheese Icing (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened.
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2 cups granulated sugar.
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4 large eggs.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 teaspoon butter extract (optional for extra flavor).
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2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1 teaspoon baking powder.
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½ teaspoon baking soda.
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½ teaspoon salt.
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1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar added).
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1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped.
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8 oz cream cheese, softened.
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened.
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4 cups powdered sugar.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1-2 tablespoons milk (to achieve desired consistency).
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
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Toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and butter extracts.
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In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
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Fold in the toasted pecans.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool the cake in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the icing, beat together softened cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
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Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until combined. Stir in vanilla extract. Adjust consistency with milk, if needed.
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Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese icing over the top and garnish with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
# Notes:
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A moist and flavorful butter pecan loaf cake topped with rich cream cheese icing.
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Perfect for special occasions, coffee breaks, or as a comforting homemade dessert.