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Recipes » Breakfast » Pecan Coffee Cake

Published: Aug 3, 2022 by Krystle Smith · This post may contain affiliate links

Pecan Coffee Cake

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My pecan coffee cake features moist cake, a decadent filling, and gooey glaze. Dig into this amazing breakfast treat that tastes just like your favorite Thanksgiving pie.

a slice of coffee cake with pecan filling and a cream cheese glaze.

I love sweet breakfasts.  From cake batter pancakes, to crumb cake, to Krispy Kreme doughnuts I love it all! This pecan coffee cake is my new favorite. It is perfect for starting your day or enjoying at brunch.

It features a yeast based cake, tons of pecan pie filling, and of course some icing on top. 

You just might find yourself pouring another cup of coffee to enjoy and cutting yourself just “one” more slice! 

Coffee cake is one of those sweet treats that really can make any good day great. There’s just something about your first bite (and second bite…) that will literally take your mind off all the stresses of the day. Slow sipping a cup of coffee and sneaking bites of coffee cakes are some of my favorite weekend morning activities! 

It is also a great for Fall Breakfast and would also be perfect breakfast on Thanksgiving. 

Table Of Contents hide
1 Why This Recipe Is a Must Try
2 Why Is It Called Coffee Cake?
3 Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
4 How To Make Pecan Coffee Cake
5 Leftovers
6 Tips
7 More Breakfast Recipes To Try
8 Pecan Pie Coffee Cake

Why This Recipe Is a Must Try

  • Pecan Pie Filling: If you like pecan pie you’ll love this recipe.
  • Raised Cake: Baking a coffee cake with yeast leads to a melt in your mouth crumb that stays moist for days.
  • Make Ahead Friendly: Whip up the batter the night before and bake the morning of.

Why Is It Called Coffee Cake?

Many people think that coffee cake got its name because it uses coffee as an ingredient. But that’s just a myth! Coffee cake got its name because…you’re supposed to enjoy it with coffee! Whoever created coffee cake totally deserves an award – because this means that we’re given the green light to eat cake for breakfast! 

Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips

 

  • Milk: Use whole milk for best results. 
  • Yeast: I always use Fleischmann’s active dry yeast. Look for it in the baking aisle near the cake mixes. Never use out of date yeast which will not rise correctly.
  • Eggs: Separate eggs by pouring them bake and forth between the shells. You can also pour it into your hand and let the white run through your fingers if you’re brave! There are also many egg seperating gizmos on the market.  Leftover egg whites can be used in an omlette, funfetti cake, or even High Hat Cupcakes!
  • Corn Syrup: I used light corn syrup as that is typically what I use in my pies. Dark can also be used just be aware the color and flavor will be slightly different.

How To Make Pecan Coffee Cake

  1. Make the Batter: Heat butter and milk. Stir in eggs and yeast mixture. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  2. Make the Filling: Combine butter and brown sugar. Stir in eggs, corn syrup, and pecans.
  3. Roll: Roll out dough into a circle. Spread filling and roll up. 
  4. Bake: Bake for around 45 minutes.
  5. Glaze: Combine all ingredients and drizzle cooled cake with cream cheese glaze.

a four image collage showing how to make pecan filling.

a four image collage showing pecan filling inside rolled cake dough.

a four image college showing how to assemble pecan coffee cake.

Leftovers

  • Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.
  • Reheating: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.

pecan coffee cake on a white plate with the whole cake in the background.

Tips

  1. Tender Cake: Don’t overwork the dough when you’re mixing or rolling which can overdevelop the gluten.
  2. Moist Cake: Bake until a tooth pick inserted near the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Overbaking will lead to a dry end result.
  3. Yeast Tips: Use warm but not hot water which can kill the yeast. You can add a pinch of sugar to give them something to “eat” but never add salt. If you don’t notice bubbles after a few minutes, throw it out and try again.

pecan pie coffee cake on a white plate on a wooden table.

More Breakfast Recipes To Try

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Pecan Pie Coffee Cake

My pecan coffee cake features moist cake, a decadent filling, and gooey glaze. Dig into this amazing breakfast treat that tastes just like your favorite Thanksgiving pie.
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10 Slices
Calories: 808kcal
Author: Krystle Smith

Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 Cup Butter
  • ½ Cup Milk
  • 2 Packages Dry Yeast
  • ¼ Cup Warm Water
  • 3 Eggs Separated
  • 2 ½ Cups Flour
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ Cup White Sugar

For the Filling

  • 1 Cup Brown Sugar Packed
  • ⅓ Cup Butter Melted
  • ¾ Cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 3 Eggs
  • 1 ½ Cups Pecans Chopped

For the Glaze

  • 4 Ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • ¼ Cup Butter Melted
  • 2 Teaspoons Vanilla
  • 1.5 Cups Powdered Sugar
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Instructions

For the Cake

  • Spray bundt pan with nonstick baking spray.
  • In a small saucepan, heat butter and milk over low. Cool slightly.
  • In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Beat in egg yolks.
  • Pour butter mixture into egg mixture.
  • Stir in sugar, salt, and flour until just combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.
  • Divide dough into two equal pieces and dust each with flour. Roll into ~18-inch circle. Spread with half of the filling and roll up.
  • Place into prepared pan, and repeat with the second piece of dough.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rise on top of the stove for 30 minutes.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes.
  • Cool in pan for 15 minutes and then invert. Cool completley.

For the Filling

  • In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar and butter.
  • Stir in eggs and corn syrup. Fold in pecans

For the Glaze

  • Combine all ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 808kcal | Carbohydrates: 92g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 66g | Vitamin A: 1226IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert says

    August 10, 2022 at 5:30 am

    Oh yum! I’m excited to have this for breakfast!

    Reply
  2. Sam says

    August 04, 2022 at 10:07 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious coffee cake! Love this sweet treat

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  3. Catalina says

    August 04, 2022 at 3:30 pm

    5 stars
    Mmmmm…. I am drooling over this cake! It’s the best ever!

    Reply

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