Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake (Print Version)

Buttery pecan cake with praline caramel filling and creamy whipped topping, perfectly moist and rich.

# Ingredients:

→ Cake Base

01 - 1 standard box butter pecan–style cake mix
02 - 240 ml whole milk
03 - 115 g unsalted butter, melted
04 - 3 large eggs

→ Praline Filling

05 - 1 can (397 g) sweetened condensed milk
06 - 240 ml caramel sauce
07 - 120 g chopped pecans

→ Topping

08 - 1 tub (225–250 g) whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
09 - 60 g chopped pecans, toasted optional

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine cake mix, milk, melted butter, and eggs. Whisk until the batter is smooth and incorporated.
02 - Pour the batter into a greased baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
03 - While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a spoon to create holes uniformly across the entire surface.
04 - In a bowl, mix together sweetened condensed milk, caramel sauce, and chopped pecans until thoroughly combined.
05 - Pour the praline mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to absorb into the holes.
06 - Let the cake cool completely, then spread whipped topping evenly across the surface and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Slice and serve chilled.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavor, toast pecans before using as topping.
02 - Ensure cake is fully cooled before topping to maintain optimal texture.