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Pecan Praline Poke Cake

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Pecan praline poke cake is a rich and comforting dessert made with a soft cake base soaked in sweetened condensed milk and topped with a buttery praline sauce, whipped topping, and crunchy pecans for a gooey, nutty delight.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12–15 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow or butter cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
  • Extra chopped pecans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and bake the cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
  2. While still warm, poke holes all over the cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  3. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake to soak into the holes.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cream, bring to a boil, then simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chopped pecans.
  6. Pour warm praline sauce over the cake and spread evenly.
  7. Let cake cool completely, then spread whipped topping over the top and sprinkle with extra pecans.
  8. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use a spice or chocolate cake mix for variation.
  • Add a splash of bourbon to the praline sauce for extra flavor.
  • Crushed toffee bits can be added to the whipped topping for more texture.
  • For transport, add whipped topping after arrival.

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