Butterscotch Pecan Coffee Cake
A rich and indulgent coffee cake featuring a moist yeast dough layered with crunchy pecans and a luscious butterscotch flavor. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this overnight bake offers a sweet, nutty treat with a tender crumb and caramelized topping that guests will love.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Grease a 12-cup Bundt pan.
- Spread chopped pecans on the bottom of the pan.
- Place the frozen yeast rolls evenly over the pecans in the pan.
- Sprinkle the dry butterscotch pudding mix over the rolls.
- In a saucepan on medium heat, melt and stir together butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Pour the butter mixture over the rolls in the pan.
- Cover with a towel and let stand in a cool, draft-free place overnight.
- Next morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the coffee cake for 30 minutes until golden brown.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, try using toasted pecans instead of raw. If butterscotch pudding isn’t available, vanilla pudding can be used as a substitute, though it will change the flavor slightly. Ensure the yeast rolls are evenly spaced for even cooking. If you have any leftover butterscotch pudding mix, consider making a quick dessert, like a simple butterscotch mousse.
Serving Suggestions
This Butterscotch Pecan Coffee Cake is perfect for brunch or as a sweet snack with coffee or tea. It pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. Consider serving it alongside a fruit salad or yogurt for a balanced meal. It's a delightful treat that complements the flavors of American recipes.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover coffee cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, refrigerate it for up to a week. To reheat, simply warm individual slices in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or until warmed through, ensuring the texture remains moist.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Butterscotch Pecan Coffee Cake contains roughly 324 calories, with 2g protein, 15g carbohydrates, and 29g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh yeast rolls instead of frozen?
Yes, you can use fresh yeast rolls, but you'll need to adjust the rising time accordingly. Allow the fresh rolls to rise until they're doubled in size before assembling the coffee cake. This will ensure a light and fluffy texture.
What can I do if I can't find butterscotch pudding mix?
If butterscotch pudding mix is unavailable, vanilla pudding mix can be used as a substitute. For a more intense butterscotch flavor, you can also add a tablespoon of butterscotch sauce to the butter mixture before pouring it over the rolls.
Can this coffee cake be made ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the coffee cake up until the baking step, cover it, and refrigerate it overnight. Just allow it to come to room temperature before baking the next day, or add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it's still cold.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).