Name: Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake – Sweet Easy Recipes for Every Occasion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 box butter pecan cake mix; 3 large eggs; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 tub (16 oz) coconut pecan frosting; 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1/4 cup unsalted butter

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You know those desserts that somehow manage to be both wildly indulgent and comforting at the same time? That’s exactly where this Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake lands. We’re talking tender yellow cake with buttery-rich flavor, plus a praline sauce that soaks in like it owns the place. If your sweet tooth’s been looking for a new BFF, this one’s it. I made this cake last Sunday—just me, a quiet afternoon, and the smell of pecans caramelizing in butter. Honestly, if you’ve ever doubted the healing power of dessert, this might change your mind. It’s not complicated either. In fact, it’s one of those quick and easy recipes you can whip up while your coffee’s still hot. Loaded with old-school Southern charm, it feels like something Grandma might’ve passed down in a weathered recipe tin, but with just enough shortcuts to make life easier. Perfect for holiday tables, potlucks, or any day you need a dessert that feels like a warm hug.

1) Key Takeaways
2) Easy Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe
3) Ingredients for Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake
4) How to Make Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake
5) Tips for Making Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake
6) Making Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Ahead of Time
7) Storing Leftover Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake
8) Try these Cakes next!
9) Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake
10) Nutrition

1) Key Takeaways

This recipe blends rich, buttery flavors with ease and comfort
A quick prep time makes it perfect for last-minute desserts
The praline frosting soaks into every bite for pure indulgence
One of those sweet easy recipes you’ll keep coming back to

2) Easy Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Recipe

This is what happens when Southern charm meets weeknight baking. The butter pecan cake bakes up light and fluffy, while the praline sauce settles in like it owns the place. If you’re into sweet easy recipes that feel like something your grandma made—but with fewer dishes—this one checks all the boxes.

I first made this for a family dinner where I had about zero time to prep. The box mix saved me, and the frosting made people think I’d spent hours. The secret? Letting that warm praline topping ooze into the poke holes. It’s magic.

It’s buttery, nutty, and downright gooey. If you’ve ever been tempted to lick the bowl clean, brace yourself. This one’s a crowd-pleaser—and I say that as someone who never liked poke cakes until this one came along.

3) Ingredients for Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Butter pecan cake mix — This is our shortcut to a delicious base. Soft, fluffy, and already packed with flavor.

Eggs — Three large ones give structure and richness. Think of them as the cake’s backbone.

Water — Nothing fancy, just good old H2O to bring the mix to life.

Vegetable oil — Keeps the cake moist without any fuss. And yes, it really works.

Coconut pecan frosting — This adds texture, sweetness, and that classic praline taste. No stovetop caramel needed.

Sweetened condensed milk — The gooey magic that seeps into the cake and makes every bite melt in your mouth.

Chopped pecans — Toast them if you want more crunch and depth. Or don’t. Still amazing.

Butter — Use the real stuff. It melts into the frosting and elevates the praline topping.

4) How to Make Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Step 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 pan. Nothing worse than a cake that won’t come out clean.

Step 2. Mix the cake ingredients—eggs, oil, water, and mix—until smooth. Pour into your pan and bake it for about 30 minutes.

Step 3. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Then, take the handle of a wooden spoon and poke holes all over the top.

Step 4. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the warm cake. Watch it sink into the holes. Trust the process.

Step 5. In a small pot, melt the butter and stir in the coconut pecan frosting and chopped pecans. Warm it through until everything blends.

Step 6. Pour the frosting mix evenly over the cake. Let it rest before slicing if you can resist digging in immediately.

5) Tips for Making Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Toast the pecans if you have time. It’s one small step that brings out their nutty richness. You’ll thank yourself later.

Poke lots of holes—don’t be shy. The more you poke, the more space for that gooey sweet sauce to sneak in. That’s what makes it one of my go-to sweet easy recipes.

If the frosting thickens too fast, just warm it again. A few seconds on the stove makes it pourable and perfect.

6) Making Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake Ahead of Time

Want to get ahead? Bake the cake the day before. Poke and pour the milk, then wrap and refrigerate. The flavors deepen overnight.

Hold off on the praline topping until the day of. It pours better warm and looks prettier too. A little visual drama never hurts.

Just before serving, warm and spread the frosting. If you’re taking it to a gathering, bring the frosting separately and add it on the spot.

7) Storing Leftover Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake

Got leftovers? Cover the pan tightly with foil or plastic wrap. It’ll stay fresh in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. That is, if it lasts that long.

You can eat it cold or let it come to room temperature. I’ve even microwaved a slice for 15 seconds. Works like a charm.

Pro tip: add a dollop of whipped cream before serving. You didn’t hear it from me, but it turns this into an even bigger hit.

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9) Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake