Description
Enjoy the rich, buttery goodness of Pecan Praline Cake, a Southern classic with crunchy pecans and a luscious praline glaze. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix
- 1 cup Chopped Pecans
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- ¾ cup Vegetable Oil
- ¾ cup Water 4 Large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Chopped Pecans
Instructions
Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, pecans, sour cream, oil, water, eggs, and vanilla until smooth
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly
2. Bake the Cake
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
- Let the cake cool slightly while making the topping
3. Make the Praline Topping
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat
- Add brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring until smooth
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat
- Stir in vanilla and pecans
4. Assemble the Cake
- Pour the warm topping over the cake, spreading evenly
- Let sit for 15 minutes to allow the glaze to soak in
Notes
- This pecan praline cake recipe is easy to customize, making it perfect for any occasion.
- For a healthier twist, try substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Always let the cake cool slightly before adding the topping to prevent it from becoming too runny.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American