Southern Butter Pecan Praline Cake Recipe

This is one of those cakes that are truly impressive when you serve it to guests. The Southern Butter Pecan Praline Recipe is a classic in the South. This cake is quick and easy to make and the moistness of the cake makes it utterly irresistible. When you are ready to try out a classic and well-loved dessert that disappears quickly, this is the recipe you want.

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Southern Butter Pecan Praline Cake Recipe

There is a moistness to this cake that is unmatched in other recipes. By adding the frosting and the half and half directly to the batter, your cake does not come out dry, as many with nuts tend to do. This cake is somewhat versatile as far as making it also.

Pecan Praline Cake Ingredients:

Cake:

• Betty Crocker butter pecan cake mix
• Betty Crocker coconut pecan frosting
• Eggs
• Canola oil
• Half-and-half 
• Chopped pecans

Butter Pecan Glaze:

• Sweetened condensed milk
• Butter
• Chopped pecans

How To Make Southern Pecan Praline Cake

This is the best butter pecan cake recipe and not just because of the flavor! It’s so simple to make, too, and that is always an upside to any recipe. Everyone will rave about the texture and flavor of this easy cake recipe. 

First Step: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with some cooking spray and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 

Second Step: Combine the butter pecan cake mix, pecan frosting, eggs, oil, and half and half together in a medium-sized bowl. Mix well, then combine the chopped pecans. 

Third Step: Pour the pecan praline cake batter into the baking dish and bake for 40-50 minutes. The cake will be golden brown, and a toothpick will come out clean. 

Fourth Step: After the cake is done baking set it aside to cool. 

Fifth Step: Begin preparing the butter pecan glaze by melting butter in a small saucepan using medium heat. 

Sixth Step: Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and stir. After it’s hot, add in the chopped pecans, stir, and remove from heat. 

Seventh Step: Drizzle the butter pecan glaze over the cake, cut, and enjoy!

Can I add Caramel Sauce to the top?

Oh my! That would only add to the irresistible flavor the cake already has! I say go ahead and add the Caramel!

Can I make this in a Bundt Pan instead of a 9×13 cake pan?

When this cake is made in a bundt pan, it will give it a much more classy look. The Bundt Pan is a great idea to use as the glaze will travel down the sides of the cake.

Can I add coconut to the cake?

You could add coconut to the cake or to the glaze. Either way, this is going to taste fantastic!

How do I store this cake?

One of the great things about this cake is that it can be stored in the refrigerator or left on the counter. As long as it is covered tightly, the cake will be great for up to 2 or 3 days.

Can I freeze the Southern Pecan Praline Cake?

This cake does well in the freezer. The cake can be wrapped in individual pieces or left as a whole and wrapped tightly. The cake will be fine if left in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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