Easy Texas Tornado Cake
Easy Texas Tornado Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of Texas with its unique blend of flavors and textures. This moist cake, enriched with pecans and a hint of cinnamon, delivers a harmonious balance of sweetness and crunch. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy nights, this cake is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan or rectangular baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Add the vegetable oil and eggs to the dry mixture. Stir gently until fully combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped pecans using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about ten minutes before transferring onto a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg