Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Directions:
1 Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to ensure the cake comes out easily after baking.
2 Make the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter pecan cake mix, coconut pecan frosting, eggs, vegetable oil, and milk. Mix everything together until smooth and fully incorporated. Once the batter is well combined, gently fold in the chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.
3 Bake the Cake: Pour the prepared cake batter into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes.
4 Prepare the Sauce: While the cake is cooling, make the praline sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk and butter. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir frequently until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Once it’s well combined, stir in the chopped pecans and continue to cook for another minute or two.
5 Poke and Pour: Now comes the fun part! Using the handle of a wooden spoon or another round utensil, poke holes all over the warm cake. Be generous, making sure to poke the cake all the way through. Next, pour the warm pecan sauce over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Spread the sauce evenly over the entire surface of the cake.
6 Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, slice it into squares and serve. For an extra indulgent touch, top each slice with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. The warm sauce and crunchy pecans will make every bite feel like a treat!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: 490 kcal (per serving)
Servings: 12 servings