Ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup brown sugar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the Bundt Pan: Grease and flour the bundt pan thoroughly.
  3. Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  5. Layer the Batter: Pour half of the batter into the bundt pan. Sprinkle the filling mixture evenly over the batter. Top with the remaining batter, ensuring the filling is well covered.
  6. Bake the Cake: Place in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.