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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Decadent Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake for Sweet Moments

This Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is a sweet indulgence, combining rich flavors and moist texture to create unforgettable memories.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix Substitutable with vanilla or sponge cake mix
  • 3 large Eggs Can be replaced with applesauce for lighter variation
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Pecans (chopped) Can substitute with walnuts or omit for a nut-free option
For the Praline Sauce
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar White sugar can be used but lacks depth
  • 1/2 cup Butter (unsalted) Salted butter can be used but may alter flavor
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for dairy-free option
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whip until soft peaks form

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking Dish
  • saucepan
  • skewer
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Butter Pecan Cake Mix, eggs, and water. Blend until smooth and lump-free, about 2 minutes. Fold in chopped pecans.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until bubbling (about 5 minutes). Stir in heavy cream and allow to cool slightly.
  4. Poke holes in the cooled cake using a skewer, about 1 inch apart.
  5. Pour praline sauce over the poked cake, filling the holes. Allow to sit for 10 minutes to absorb.
  6. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for flavors to meld.
  7. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and frost the top of the chilled cake before serving.
  8. Slice the cake into squares and serve with extra chopped pecans and a drizzle of praline sauce, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure proper cooling before adding sauce to prevent sogginess. Adjust poking depth for better sauce absorption.

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