Description
Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines the light, fluffy texture of vanilla cake with the rich, nutty flavors of pecans and a decadent buttery praline sauce. Each slice reveals an irresistible infusion of sweetness and crunch, making it a perfect treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to special celebrations. The poke cake technique ensures every bite is moist and bursting with flavor as the warm praline sauce seeps into the cake. Serve it warm or chilled, and elevate this delightful dessert further by pairing it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Prepare to impress your guests with this easy-to-make indulgence!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Whole Milk
- Large Eggs
- Unsalted Butter
- Chopped Pecans
- Brown Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk, melted butter, and eggs; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
- Cool slightly, poke holes in the cake using a wooden spoon handle.
- For the praline sauce, combine brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and pecans in a saucepan; stir until bubbly.
- Pour the sauce over the warm cake so it seeps into the holes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg