Cocoa Pecan Ring

Health score
2%
Cocoa Pecan Ring
150 min.
12
209kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking a Cocoa Pecan Ring, a treat that perfectly balances rich chocolate flavors with the nutty crunch of pecans. This stunning dessert not only serves as a delicious side dish but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering. With its inviting aroma and beautiful presentation, it’s sure to captivate the hearts and taste buds of your guests.

Imagine the joy of pulling a golden-brown ring from the oven, its surface glistening with a luscious glaze that beckons you to take a bite. Each slice reveals a tender, chocolate-infused dough, generously dotted with crunchy pecans, creating a delightful contrast in texture. The addition of chocolate-dipped blanched almonds as a garnish elevates this dish, adding a touch of elegance and an extra layer of flavor.

Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to something sweet, the Cocoa Pecan Ring is a versatile choice that fits any occasion. With a preparation time of just 150 minutes, you’ll find that the effort is well worth the reward. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress with this delectable creation that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings blanched almonds and 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • teaspoons milk 
  • 0.5 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.8 cup water (105°F to 115°F)
  • package yeast dry

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • cake form

Directions

  1. In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
  2. Add cocoa, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, the shortening, salt, egg and 1 cup of the flour. Beat with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in remaining flour until smooth. Scrape dough from side of bowl. Cover; let rise in warm place about 1 hour or until double in size.
  3. Grease 12-cup fluted tube cake pan with shortening or cooking spray. In small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar and the pecans. Stir down dough by beating about 25 strokes. Drop dough by heaping teaspoonfuls into sugar-pecan mixture, coating each ball of dough.
  4. Place in pan, making 2 layers of balls. Cover; let rise in warm place about 40 minutes or until double in size.
  5. Heat oven to 375F.
  6. Bake about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto pan; turn plate and pan over. Carefully remove pan. Cool slightly. In small bowl, mix all glaze ingredients with spoon until smooth and thin enough to drizzle.
  8. Drizzle glaze over coffee cake.
  9. Garnish with almonds.
  10. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories209kcal
Protein7.82%
Fat37.61%
Carbs54.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.09
Glycemic Load
15.88
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.7295651991406%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.49mg
Delphinidin
0.33mg
Catechin
1.88mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
4.73mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:208.92kcal
10.45%
Fat:9.04g
13.91%
Saturated Fat:1.75g
10.91%
Carbohydrates:29.52g
9.84%
Net Carbohydrates:27.31g
9.93%
Sugar:9.42g
10.47%
Cholesterol:13.69mg
4.56%
Sodium:104.78mg
4.56%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Caffeine:5.49mg
1.83%
Protein:4.23g
8.46%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.9%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.96%
Folate:60.52µg
15.13%
Selenium:9.73µg
13.89%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.41%
Copper:0.2mg
9.87%
Iron:1.65mg
9.18%
Fiber:2.21g
8.83%
Vitamin B3:1.76mg
8.81%
Phosphorus:71.64mg
7.16%
Magnesium:26.22mg
6.55%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.12%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.17%
Potassium:98.18mg
2.81%
Vitamin K:2.58µg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.96%
Calcium:15.5mg
1.55%