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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Evelyn
A rich Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake made with butter pecan cake mix, coconut pecan frosting, and a warm praline sauce that soaks into every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Southern
Servings 12 slices
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box butter pecan cake mix
  • 1 box coconut pecan frosting
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans for batter
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans for sauce

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, coconut pecan frosting, eggs, oil, and milk until smooth.
  • Fold in the chopped pecans and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake until the center is set, then remove from the oven and poke holes all over the warm cake.
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter, then stir in the sweetened condensed milk and pecans until glossy.
  • Pour the praline sauce over the warm cake so it soaks into the holes.
  • Cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

    >Use a warm cake so the sauce absorbs better. >Toast the pecans for extra flavor. >Chill before slicing for cleaner squares.
Keyword Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake