Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Southern Pecan Praline Cake with Butter Sauce. Moist and buttery, this delightful dessert is loaded with crunchy pecans and topped with a decadent butter sauce that brings a sweet and nutty flavor to every bite. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or simply as a treat for dessert lovers, this cake is a true Southern classic that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 box butter pecan cake mix
1 (16 oz) tub coconut pecan frosting
4 large eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the Butter Sauce:
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, coconut pecan frosting, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the butter sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the sugar and evaporated milk. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes until the sugar is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Slice the warm cake and pour the butter sauce generously over each slice. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The butter sauce can be stored separately in the refrigerator and reheated before serving.
For an extra touch, serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal per serving
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