Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour the cake pan, lining the bottom with parchment paper (if using).
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  6. Mix in the brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  8. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  9. Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a cooling rack.
  12. In a saucepan, combine powdered sugar, brewed coffee, and melted butter for the glaze; stir until smooth.
  13. Drizzle the coffee glaze over the cooled cake, garnish with additional pecans, and serve.