Praline Pudding Cake
Indulge in the decadence of a Praline Pudding Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the rich nutty flavors of toasted pecans with the irresistible sweetness of caramelized brown sugar. This recipe effortlessly transforms simple pantry staples, such as all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and milk, into a show-stopping dessert that's both cake and pudding in one. As it bakes, the luscious praline-like pudding forms at the bottom, beautifully complementing the golden, tender cake layer on top. Perfect for special gatherings or cozy evenings, this 15-minute prep dessert is best served warm with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a sprinkle of extra pecans. Elevate your dessert game with this easy-to-make yet utterly indulgent crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
- 1.5 cups brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth batter forms.
Fold in the toasted pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar and the remaining 2 cups of granulated sugar, sprinkling the mixture evenly over the batter in the baking dish.
Pour the heavy cream over the sugar layer, followed by the hot water. Do not stir!
Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top of the cake is golden and set.
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving. The bottom will form a luscious praline-like pudding, while the top remains cake-like.
Serve warm by scooping portions into bowls and optionally garnishing with additional pecans or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.2 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.6 g | 498% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 2308 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1008.3 g | 367% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 900.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
