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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake: A Moist Southern Classic

A moist slice of butter pecan praline poke cake topped with whipped cream and chopped pecans.
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Make this rich, buttery Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake. It features a moist yellow cake soaked in sweet praline sauce, topped with whipped cream and crunchy pecans. This is an indulgent dessert perfect for holidays or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix plus ingredients listed on the box
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the yellow cake according to the box directions, adding 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter. Bake the cake in a 9×13 inch baking pan. Let the cake cool for 15 minutes after removing it from the oven.
  2. While the cake cools, prepare the praline sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of toasted pecans and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Use the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork to poke holes all over the top of the warm cake, spacing the holes about 1 inch apart.
  4. Pour the warm praline sauce evenly over the entire surface of the cake, allowing the sauce to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Once cool, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the cake. Sprinkle the remaining toasted pecans over the whipped topping.
  6. Chill the cake for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • To toast pecans, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 to 8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • For an extra decadent topping, substitute the whipped topping with a cream cheese frosting.
  • You can use a store-bought caramel sauce if you prefer a quicker method for the soak, but the homemade praline sauce provides the best flavor.

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