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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is a rich and decadent dessert featuring a moist butter pecan cake soaked with sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping. It is finished with a warm, buttery praline sauce loaded with chopped pecans for a crunchy, buttery finish. Perfect for special occasions or indulgent treats.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 box butter pecan cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)

Soaking and Topping

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar (12 oz) caramel ice cream topping

Praline Sauce

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Prepare and bake the butter pecan cake mix according to the package instructions in a 9×13-inch baking dish until fully cooked and golden.
  2. Poke Holes: While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake to allow the toppings to seep in.
  3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the entire cake, making sure it soaks into all the holes to add moisture and sweetness.
  4. Drizzle Caramel: Drizzle the caramel ice cream topping over the cake, letting it flow into the holes and cover the surface for extra rich flavor.
  5. Prepare Praline Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a boil. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
  6. Finish Praline Sauce: Remove the pan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans to make the praline topping.
  7. Top the Cake: Pour the warm praline mixture evenly over the cake, spreading it to cover the surface thoroughly.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely to set the toppings before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure proper thickness and baking time.
  • For best results, serve the cake after it has fully cooled to allow the praline topping to firm up slightly.
  • You can toast the pecans lightly before chopping for added flavor.
  • Store leftover cake in the refrigerator covered tightly for up to 3 days.
  • This cake is rich, so small portions are recommended.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/butter-pecan-praline-poke-cake-recipe/