If you love rich, buttery cakes with a caramelized nut topping, this Sticky Honey Pecan Loaf Cake is about to become your new favorite bake. Moist on the inside, golden on the outside, and finished with a glossy honey drizzle and toasted pecans, this loaf feels like something straight from a cozy country kitchen.
Perfect for breakfast, afternoon coffee, holidays, or gifting, this recipe is simple, comforting, and deeply satisfying—the kind of cake that disappears slice by slice without anyone noticing.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Honey Pecan Loaf
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Ultra-moist texture that stays soft for days
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Crunchy toasted pecans with a sticky honey glaze
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Easy loaf-pan recipe (no layers, no fuss)
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Perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and buttery flavors
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Ideal for brunch, dessert, or tea time
🧈 Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
For the Loaf Cake
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1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, but recommended)
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½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar (light or dark)
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¼ cup (60 ml) honey
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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½ cup (120 ml) whole milk or buttermilk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¾ cup (90 g) chopped pecans
For the Pecan Topping
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¾ cup whole pecan halves
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2 tbsp butter
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tbsp brown sugar
For the Honey Glaze
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¼ cup honey
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1–2 tbsp warm water or cream (optional, for thinning)
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Oven & Pan
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Preheat oven to 170°C / 340°F
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Grease a standard loaf pan (9×5-inch) and line with parchment paper
