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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Deliciously Moist Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe

Experience the rich flavors of Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake, a moist dessert that embodies Southern comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix Feel free to use a homemade cake recipe.
  • 1 cup Pecans Substitute with walnuts if desired.
  • 3 large Eggs No direct substitutes recommended.
For the Praline Sauce
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Opt for unsalted for better salt control.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream works as a dairy-free option.
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whip until soft peaks form.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Decrease quantity for less sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Natural vanilla gives the best taste.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the butter pecan cake mix according to package instructions, incorporating eggs and chopped pecans for added flavor. Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and cool completely for an additional 30 minutes. Poke holes all over the cake.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir until melted and bubbling, then simmer for about 3–5 minutes until thickened. Pour sauce over the cake.
  4. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and sauce to absorb.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form to make your whipped cream.
  6. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled cake and garnish with additional chopped pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to evenly poke holes in the cake for the praline sauce to seep in completely. Chill the cake for at least 2 hours for the best flavor.

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