Brown Butter Buckle
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite recipes to make on lazy Sunday mornings because it comes together in just an hour from start to finish. The beauty of brown butter buckle is how simple it is: you probably have most of these ingredients in your pantry already. I love that the rolled oats add some genuine fiber and texture to keep things interesting, and the nutty brown butter flavor makes it taste far more sophisticated than the effort requires. The crispy pecan topping contrasts wonderfully with the tender cake underneath, and honestly, this recipe has become my go to when I want something homey and delicious without spending half the day in the kitchen.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150granulated sugar
- 120unsalted butter(for browning)
- 250milk
- 2large eggs
- 10baking powder
- 5salt
- 100rolled oats
- 50brown sugar
- 50chopped pecans
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20x20cm baking dish with butter.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 3
Remove the browned butter from heat and stir in sugar until dissolved.
Tip: Be careful, as the mixture will bubble up.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and browned butter mixture.
Tip: Make sure to scrape the bottom of the saucepan to get all the browned butter.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
Tip: The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
- 7
Stir in oats, brown sugar, and pecans.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can lead to a dense buckle.
- 8
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a decorative edge.
- 9
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Rotate the dish halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.
- 10
Remove from oven and let cool in the dish for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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