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A sliced butter pecan poke cake topped with whipped cream and glazed pecans on a white plate.
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Indulgent Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) butter pecan cake mix
  • 3 large egg s
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup sea salt caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, 1/2 cup melted butter, and milk; whisk until no large lumps remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and immediately use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes across the entire surface at 1-inch intervals.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce until fully combined.
  • Pour the caramel mixture slowly over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes; allow the cake to cool completely.
  • In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the brown sugar and toasted pecans for 2 to 3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and pecans are glazed; remove from heat and cool.
  • Spread the whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Sprinkle the glazed pecan mixture over the whipped topping.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.