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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe

Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the decadent and irresistible Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake. This dessert is a delightful combination of buttery pecan cake, sweet condensed milk, caramel sauce, praline topping, and fluffy whipped cream.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 box butter pecan cake mix (plus ingredients needed on the box)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Praline Sauce:

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch cake pan.
  2. Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake the butter pecan cake mix as per package instructions. Once baked, let it cool slightly.
  3. Poke Holes: While still warm, poke holes all over the cake’s top using a fork or wooden spoon handle.
  4. Add Condensed Milk: Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, letting it soak in. Cool the cake completely.
  5. Make Praline Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, add brown sugar and cream. Simmer, then mix in chopped pecans. Remove from heat.
  6. Top the Cake: Pour half the praline sauce over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
  7. Whip Cream: Whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  8. Finish the Cake: Spread whipped cream over the cake, drizzle remaining praline sauce, and sprinkle with toasted pecans.

Notes

  • You can toast the pecans for extra flavor.
  • Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding toppings.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

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Keywords: Butter Pecan Cake, Praline Poke Cake, Dessert Recipe