Description
Indulgent Maple Pecan Bundt Cake weaves morning comfort with sweet Southern charm. Warm spices and nutty richness invite breakfast lovers to savor each delectable slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 1 pound (450 g) breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
Other Ingredients:
- 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- ½ cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking vessel by coating a Bundt pan thoroughly with non-stick spray and heating the oven to 375F (190C), ensuring an optimal baking environment.
- Sauté breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until completely browned, eliminating excess fat by draining, then set meat aside for later incorporation.
- Create a hearty mixture by combining the cooked sausage, crispy crumbled bacon, shredded hash browns, tangy cheddar, melty mozzarella, and finely chopped green onions in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Craft a rich liquid base by whisking eggs with milk, then seasoning with aromatic garlic powder, zesty onion powder, smoky paprika, and appropriate salt and pepper levels.
- Merge the protein-packed egg blend with the savory vegetable and meat mixture, gently folding ingredients to distribute flavors evenly throughout the composition.
- Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared Bundt pan, carefully pressing and distributing the ingredients to ensure uniform texture and consistent cooking potential.
- Roast the breakfast cake in the preheated oven for approximately 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the surface transforms to a golden-brown hue and the eggs solidify completely.
- Allow the cake to rest within the pan for 5-10 minutes, which helps stabilize the structure before delicately inverting onto a serving platform.
- Slice into wedge-shaped portions and serve while still warm, presenting a delightful morning culinary experience.
Notes
- Swap out regular sausage for turkey or plant-based alternatives to create a lighter, diet-friendly version that’s still packed with flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure all ingredients like hash browns and sausage are certified gluten-free and check spice blend ingredients carefully.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time by cooking meats and chopping vegetables the night before to streamline morning assembly and reduce overall cooking stress.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like pepper jack, gouda, or Swiss to create unique flavor profiles and keep the breakfast cake exciting for repeat meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg