Weight Watchers Butter Pecan Pound Cake

Weight Watchers Butter Pecan Pound Cake

Yield: 12 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Pound Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar substitute (such as monk fruit or stevia)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any non-dairy milk
• 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar substitute (such as powdered erythritol)
• 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt cake pan.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar Substitute:
   • In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar substitute until light and fluffy.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Alternate Mixing:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the unsweetened almond milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Fold in Pecans:
   • Gently fold in the toasted chopped pecans.
7. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Prepare Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar substitute, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract to create the glaze.
9. Glaze the Cake:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Weight Watchers SmartPoints (per serving):

• The SmartPoints value will depend on the specific ingredients and brands used. Be sure to calculate the points based on your Weight Watchers plan and the ingredients you choose.

Enjoy your Weight Watchers Butter Pecan Pound Cake, a lighter and point-friendly indulgence! 🍰💙