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Southern Pecan Praline Cake

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A cozy, nostalgic dessert featuring a moist cake topped with a rich praline sauce and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 39 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 530
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box butter or yellow cake mix The base for a quick, tender cake.
  • 3 large eggs To bind the cake and add richness.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist and tender.
  • 1 cup whole milk Adds creaminess and helps the batter reach the right consistency.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract For warm, sweet aroma in the cake batter.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans For toasty crunch in the batter.
Praline Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Used in the praline topping for a rich, smooth sauce.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Provides deep caramel flavor for the praline sauce.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Makes the praline topping silky and pourable.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Stirred into the praline topping for extra depth.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Balances sweetness in the praline sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the batter is smooth.
  3. Stir in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Making the Praline Topping
  1. Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring continuously.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt.
Final Steps
  1. Pour the warm praline topping evenly over the hot cake as soon as it comes out of the oven.
  2. Let the cake rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 530kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32g

Notes

Test the cake doneness with a toothpick in the center. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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