This classic Sock-It-To-Me Cake recipe is a moist and delicious treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. It's made with a tender sour cream batter, swirled with cinnamon, sugar, and pecans. The cake is then finished with a sweet glaze that adds an extra layer of flavor. Perfect for any occasion or as a special dessert, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
- In a small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake. Slice and serve.
- Enjoy this deliciously moist Sock-It-To-Me Cake!
Interesting Facts
Sock-It-To-Me Cake is a classic Southern dessert that originated in the 1970s.
The name 'Sock-It-To-Me' is said to come from the popular catchphrase of the time.
This cake is often served at potlucks, family gatherings, and special occasions.