Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake, a delightful dessert featuring moist butter pecan cake infused with a luscious praline sauce, topped with caramel, whipped cream, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet treat with a nutty twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box butter pecan cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Praline Sauce
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Topping
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare and Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, prepare the butter pecan cake mix according to the package instructions by combining water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped pecans, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Make the Praline Mixture: While the cake is baking, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup brown sugar and stir constantly until the mixture bubbles and thickens slightly, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir this mixture into the sweetened condensed milk until smooth and well combined.
- Poke and Pour: Once the cake is done baking, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the top of the cake to allow the praline mixture to seep in. Pour the praline sauce evenly over the cake, ensuring it penetrates the holes thoroughly. Let the cake cool completely to room temperature.
- Add Toppings: Spread 1/2 cup caramel sauce evenly over the cooled cake. Then, cover the caramel layer with the whipped topping, spreading smoothly. Finally, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup chopped pecans evenly over the top for a crunchy finish.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the topping to set. For an extra special touch, drizzle additional caramel sauce over individual slices when serving.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, toast the pecans lightly before mixing them into the batter and topping.
- Drizzle extra caramel sauce on slices before serving for a richer dessert experience.
- Use a sturdy wooden spoon handle to poke the holes without breaking the cake apart.
- Ensure the cake is cooled completely before adding caramel and whipped topping to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
