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Southern Pecan Praline Cake

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A warm Southern Pecan Praline Cake that features a tender yellow cake base with a sticky, buttery praline topping, offering pure down-home indulgence.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 box butter or yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, whole milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in a large bowl. Stir until smooth.
  3. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Make the praline topping: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  7. Add the brown sugar and heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt.
  9. Pour the warm praline topping evenly over the hot cake.
  10. Let the cake rest for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream for an extra treat. Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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