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Kentucky Bourbon Cake

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This Kentucky Bourbon Cake is a decadent, old-fashioned dessert that relies on the deep, oaky notes of bourbon and the crunch of toasted pecans for its signature flavor. Unlike standard sponge cakes, this dense loaf benefits significantly from resting; wrapping the cooled cake in foil and refrigerating it for several days allows the alcohol to mellow and the flavors to meld beautifully. The result is a moist, intensely aromatic cake with a complex sweetness. It serves as an impressive centerpiece for holiday gatherings or a sophisticated treat for bourbon enthusiasts. Pair it with a dollop of vanilla bean whipped cream for the ultimate indulgence.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 1587.7
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Kentucky Bourbon Cake is a decadent, old-fashioned dessert that relies on the deep, oaky notes of bourbon and the crunch of toasted pecans for its signature flavor. Unlike standard sponge cakes, this dense loaf benefits significantly from resting; wrapping the cooled cake in foil and refrigerating it for several days allows the alcohol to mellow and the flavors to meld beautifully. The result is a moist, intensely aromatic cake with a complex sweetness. It serves as an impressive centerpiece for holiday gatherings or a sophisticated treat for bourbon enthusiasts. Pair it with a dollop of vanilla bean whipped cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
  • 3/4 pound Butter
  • 2 cup White sugar
  • 2 1/4 cup Light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 6 whole Eggs
  • 5 1/2 cup All purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Mace
  • 2 cup Bourbon whiskey
  • 3 1/2 cup Chopped pecan nuts
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 325&# 194;°F (165ðC). Grease and flour a large 10-inch tube pan.
  2. 2
    Cream the butter and half of the white and brown sugars in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. 3
    In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the remaining sugars until light, fluffy, and pale in color, which may take several minutes.
  4. 4
    Combine the butter mixture and the egg mixture, mixing until well blended.
  5. 5
    Sift together the flour, salt, and mace. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the bourbon whiskey, mixing gently until just combined.
  6. 6
    Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. 7
    Pour the batter into the prepared tube pan.
  8. 8
    Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until a knife inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  9. 9
    Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. 10
    Wrap the cooled cake tightly in aluminum foil.
  11. 11
    Refrigerate the wrapped cake for 1 to 2 weeks to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1587.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 69.0g107%
Saturated Fat 43.4g217%
Cholesterol 183.0mg61%
Sodium 637.7mg27%
Total Carbohydrate 252.4g85%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 252.4g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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