Description
Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is a scrumptious dessert that brings together rich buttery pecans and creamy caramel in a moist vanilla cake. Each slice melts in your mouth, providing a delightful balance of sweetness and texture that makes it an ideal treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive celebrations. The poke cake technique allows the caramel to soak into the cake, enriching its flavor and creating a truly indulgent experience. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy toasted pecans, this easy-to-make cake will impress your guests and satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Customize it with your favorite nuts or toppings for a personalized twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup creamy caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (plus extra for topping)
- 2 cups whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, and water; beat until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Poke holes all over the cake using a fork or skewer.
- Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the holes; let soak for 30 minutes.
- Spread whipped topping on top of the cake and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Drizzle with remaining caramel if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg