Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to the temperature recommended on the cake mix box. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, oil, eggs, water, and coconut pecan frosting. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in the 1/2 cup of finely chopped pecans.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for about 40 minutes or until the cake is cooked through.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the topping: In a pot over medium heat, combine the butter and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until the butter has melted.
- Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the chopped pecans.
- Once the cake is done, while it’s still warm, spread the topping mixture over the cake.
- Serve and enjoy the delicious and moist Pecan Praline Cake!
This cake is a delightful treat with a unique twist, perfect for special occasions or gatherings where you want to impress your guests with a rich and flavorful dessert. The optional butter sauce adds an extra layer of indulgence to this already scrumptious cake.