Caramel Pecan Cookie Sheet Cake (Print Version)
Buttery sheet cake with caramel glaze and pecans. Easy, crowd-pleasing dessert for festive occasions.
# Components:
→ Cake
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 cup whole milk
10 - 1 cup chopped pecans
→ Caramel Glaze
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
12 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
13 - 1/4 cup whole milk
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
16 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans, for topping
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 13x18-inch rimmed baking sheet and line with parchment paper for easy release.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until well blended. Add the eggs and vanilla extract; beat until smooth and creamy.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
04 - Add half of the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, followed by half of the milk; mix gently until just combined. Repeat with the remaining dry mixture and milk, mixing only until smooth.
05 - Gently fold the chopped pecans into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout.
06 - Transfer the batter to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly with an offset or silicone spatula. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center yields no wet batter.
07 - While cake bakes, melt butter and packed light brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add milk and bring to a gentle boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat, whisk in vanilla extract, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar, whisking until glaze is smooth.
08 - Pour warm caramel glaze evenly over the hot cake immediately after baking. Sprinkle with the remaining chopped pecans.
09 - Allow the cake to cool thoroughly before slicing into squares and serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Perfect for celebrations and crowd-pleasing
- Features a rich caramel glaze and crunchy pecans for irresistible texture
02 -
- This cake contains eggs, milk, wheat (gluten), tree nuts (pecans) and butter
- Always check ingredient labels for allergens if serving to guests
03 -
- Toast pecans for enhanced nutty flavor and crunch
- Allow glaze to set fully before slicing for neat squares