Ingredient Amount
Butter pecan cake mix 1 box (15 oz)
Coconut pecan frosting 1 can (16 oz)
Eggs 4 large
Vegetable or canola oil 3/4 cup
Milk 1 cup
Chopped pecans 1/2 cup
Sauce Ingredients
Ingredient Amount
Sweetened condensed milk 1 can (14 oz)
Butter 1/4 cup
Chopped pecans (optional) 1/2 cup
Instructions:
Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×11-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Mixing the Cake Batter:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter pecan cake mix, coconut pecan frosting, eggs, vegetable oil, and milk.
Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until it’s smooth and well-blended.
Adding Pecans:
Gently fold in the chopped pecans into the cake batter until evenly distributed.
Baking the Cake:
Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Preparing the Pecan Sauce:
While the cake is baking, prepare the pecan sauce.
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove it from heat.
Drizzling the Sauce Over the Cake:
Once the cake is baked and still warm, use the handle end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over its surface.
Slowly pour the warm pecan sauce over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes and cascades down the sides.
Serving and Enjoying:
Let the cake cool slightly before serving.
Slice into portions and serve, enjoying the delightful combination of flavors in each bite.
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