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Easy Texas Tornado Cake

  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Experience a delightful fusion of flavors and textures with Easy Texas Tornado Cake. This moist, rich cake features a swirl of creamy frosting and crunchy pecans, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering. Its warm, inviting aroma evokes memories of family reunions and celebrations, ensuring every bite is a joyful experience. Get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible dessert that combines comfort and creativity in every slice.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil, and vanilla until blended. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed.
  3. Gently fold in chopped pecans.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. For frosting, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and spread over the cooled cake.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. For added depth, substitute half the granulated sugar with brown sugar. Consider adding chocolate chips or dried fruit for variation.