Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake 

This indulgent Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of butter pecan cake with a luscious praline sauce, topped with homemade whipped cream and toasted pecans. The poke cake technique allows the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce to seep into the cake, creating a moist and flavorful treat. Perfect for special occasions or as a comforting dessert, this cake is sure to impress with its decadent taste and delightful textures.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

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

• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  
  

• 1 jar caramel sauce
  
  

• 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  
  

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  
  

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
  

For the Praline Sauce:

• ½ cup butter
  
  

• 1 cup brown sugar
  
  

• ¼ cup heavy cream
  
  

• 1 cup chopped pecans
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch cake pan with non-stick spray.
   
   

2. Bake the butter pecan cake according to the package instructions. Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
   
   

3. While the cake is still warm, use a fork or the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
   
   

4. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
   
   

5. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes, then stir in the chopped pecans. Remove from heat.
   
   

6. Pour half of the praline sauce over the cake, spreading it evenly so it fills the holes.
   
   

7. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
   
   

8. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake. Drizzle the remaining praline sauce on top and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
   
   

9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy each delicious bite of this indulgent cake!
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 450
  
  

• Total Fat: 25g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 10g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 60mg
  
  

• Sodium: 150mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 55g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugars: 40g
  
  

• Protein: 5g