Pecan Praline Cake

Pecan Praline Cake

Pecan Praline Cake is a comfort-food classic made simpler for home cooks. With everyday ingredients and reliable technique, it delivers big flavor with little effort.

 

Pecan Praline Cake captures the essence of desserts|cakes while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Pecan Praline Cake becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.

 

INGREDIENTS

1 box refrigerated pie crust softened to room temperature
21/2 cups light corn syrup
2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter melted
41/2 teaspoons vanilla
6 eggs slightly beaten
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
Butter-flavor cooking spray
2 cups pecan halves
Vanilla ice cream optional
How To Make Pecan Pie Cobbler
Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
Grease 13×9, glass baking dish with shortening or cooking spray.
Remove 1 pie crust from pouch; unroll on work surface. Roll into 13×9″ rectangle. Place crust in dish; trim edges to fit.
In large bowl, stir corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, vanilla and eggs with wire whisk. Stir in chopped pecans. Spoon half of filling into crust-lined dish.
Remove second pie crust from pouch; unroll on work surface. Roll into 13×9″ rectangle. Place crust over filling; trim edges to fit. Spray crust with butter-flavor cooking spray.
Bake 14 to 16 mins or until browned. Reduce oven temp. to 350.
Carefully spoon remaining filling over baked pastry; arrange pecan halves on top in decorative fashion.
Bake 30 mins longer or until set. Cool 20 mins on cooling rack.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream. if desired.

 

PREPARATION STEPS

Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
Bake 14 to 16 mins or until browned. Reduce oven temp. to 350.
Bake 30 mins longer or until set. Cool 20 mins on cooling rack.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream. if desired.

 

ORIGIN STORY

Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.

 

META INFOS

Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35 min | Total: 55 min | Servings: 12 | Calories: ~320 kcal | Difficulty: Easy

 

BENEFITS

Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.

 

OCCASIONS

Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep

 

VARIATIONS

Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.

 

PAIRING

Coffee; Tea; Vanilla ice cream; Fresh berries

 

STORAGE

Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.

 

TIPS

Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.

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