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Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Bliss

Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Bliss: Indulge in Southern Love

This Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake delivers big flavor and brings everyone together, making any occasion a celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix opt for a high-quality mix with real butter
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk adds creamy sweetness and moisture
For the Praline Sauce
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter provides richness
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar caramelizes beautifully
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream do not substitute with light cream
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream ensures stability and holds shape
  • ¼ cup Powdered Sugar sweetens and stabilizes whipped cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds aromatic warmth
  • ½ cup Toasted Pecans toast before use for best results
Optional Enhancements
  • to taste Caramel Sauce or Chocolate drizzle on top for extra sweetness
  • to taste Toasted Coconut Flakes mix into whipped topping for a twist

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • saucepan
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13-inch cake pan with non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the Butter Pecan Cake Mix according to package instructions and pour it into the cake pan. Bake for about 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top of the warm cake with a fork.
  4. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in. Let it cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  5. Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar and heavy cream, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Drizzle half the warm praline sauce over the cooled cake.
  7. Whip heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread it over the cake.
  8. Drizzle the remaining praline sauce over the whipped cream layer and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
  9. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cake to cool sufficiently before poking holes to maximize absorption of sweetened condensed milk. For best results, use high-quality ingredients.

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