Caramel Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

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🍰🥜 Caramel Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Moist, Creamy, & Decadently Sweet

This Caramel Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake is the ultimate comfort dessert for any occasion. Soft, fluffy yellow cake is baked to perfection, “poked” to soak in rich caramel, layered with creamy whipped topping, and finished with buttery pecans for that classic praline crunch. Every bite delivers a perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and creamy flavors.

Perfect for birthdays, holidays, potlucks, or simply treating yourself, this poke cake is easy to assemble yet looks and tastes like a bakery masterpiece.

📝 Ingredients

Cake Layer

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)

For the Poke & Caramel

  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Creamy Layer

  • 8 oz whipped topping (thawed if frozen)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)

Topping & Crunch

  • 1 cup butter pecans, chopped

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • Optional: drizzle of extra caramel sauce

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Bake the Cake

Preheat oven according to the cake mix instructions. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Prepare the yellow cake batter as directed on the box. Pour evenly into the prepared pan and bake according to package instructions, usually 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly.

2. Poke & Pour Caramel

Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, poke holes all over the warm cake—about 1–2 inches apart. Pour 1 cup caramel sauce evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes for maximum flavor.

3. Add the Cream Layer

Spread whipped topping evenly over the caramel-soaked cake. For extra flavor, fold in 1 tsp vanilla extract before spreading. Smooth it out with a spatula for a nice even layer.

4. Prepare Praline Pecan Topping

In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir until smooth and bubbly. Fold in chopped pecans and cook for 1–2 minutes to coat the nuts in caramel. Allow to cool slightly.

Sprinkle the butter pecan mixture evenly over the whipped topping layer.

Optional: Drizzle extra caramel sauce on top for added decadence.

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