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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhat You Need for This Southern Praline Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Let’s talk southern pecan praline cake ingredients! The first thing you’ll grab is a box of butter pecan cake mix \u2014 seriously, it does so much of the heavy lifting here. You can also swap in a yellow cake mix if that’s what you have on hand; the vanilla cake base works beautifully either way. To that large bowl combine cake mix with large eggs, a cup of vegetable oil (or cup canola oil works too!), and cup whole milk to get a super luscious cake batter going. Use a stand mixer or just a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer. Stir in a generous handful of chopped pecans and you have got your dry ingredients and wet ingredients married into one gorgeous batter. \ud83e\udd63<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Bake the Perfect Butter Pecan Praline Cake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coat your bundt pan (or a 13-inch baking dish if you want a sheet cake situation) really well with cooking spray \u2014 don’t skip this step, you guys! Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake at 30-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. A bundt pan is actually a better heat conductor than a standard cake pan, which gives you that gorgeous even bake. Let the whole cake cool completely before you even think about that glaze. Pro tip: make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start the butter pecan praline cake \u2014 it makes everything so much smoother! This easy recipe is basically foolproof, I promise. \ud83d\udc9b<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Making the Butter Pecan Glaze and Praline Icing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Okay, THIS is where the magic happens, and I literally can’t even contain my excitement about it. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter \u2014 unsalted butter is my preference here \u2014 then add brown sugar, heavy cream (or heavy whipping cream), and tsp vanilla extract. Stir constantly until you get a smooth, dreamy warm praline icing. Some folks stir in a can of coconut pecan frosting \u2014 hello, betty crocker coconut pecan frosting \u2014 or even a tub of coconut pecan frosting for an extra rich, nutty vibe. You could also melt butter, add sweet cream cheese, and make a nutty pecan buttercream frosting instead. Pour that yummy sauce and pecan praline icing right over the top of the cake and watch it cascade down like a sweet butter sauce dream. \ud83d\ude0d Can we talk about how good this smells?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tips for the Best Praline Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Want the best texture of the cake? Here are my favorite tricks! Always use the flour sweep method when measuring purpose flour if you’re adding any extra to your batter \u2014 it keeps things light. Grease your baking pan generously and even line it with coconut oil for extra insurance. If you want to decorate the individual slices of cake or the whole cake for a family gathering, try edible flowers or chocolate curls on top \u2014 so stunning and so extra, I love it! \ud83c\udf38 This butter pecan praline poke cake variation is also ah-mazing: just poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the glaze in before it sets. This praline cake recipe rivals any of my favorite holiday cake recipes<\/a>, and it gives Kentucky Butter Cake<\/a> a serious run for its money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to store cake is in an airtight container, away from moisture and sunlight. If you leave your cake exposed to the open air for long periods of time, it can cause condensation to build up inside the icing. This results in soggy spots on the top layer of your delicious dessert! Not pleasant at all. So please, store your cake properly!<\/p> <\/div> To freeze cake, make sure your cake is completely cooled down first. Wrap the entire cake tightly with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap , or place in a freezer bag and seal. Please remember to do this step carefully, as condensation will form on the inside of the wrapping paper. If you don’t wrap your cake properly it can become wet and mushy when thawed!<\/p> <\/div> Cakes that are kept in an airtight container (frosted or unfrosted) should last around 5 days after purchase. If you decide to freeze your cake, it can last anywhere from 1-2 months.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\nMore Thanksgiving Recipes You’ll Love<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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