Description
Bring Southern charm to your dessert table with this buttery, ultra-moist sheet cake topped in a warm praline pecan glaze. Every slice melts in your mouth! Whether it’s for a celebration, church potluck, or just because—this Texas classic will win hearts and cravings.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
For the Praline Glaze:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Cake: • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan. • In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, and salt. Stir in melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla, and baking soda. Mix until smooth. • Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
2️⃣ Make the Praline Glaze: • While the cake bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add buttermilk and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. • Bring to a gentle boil for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pecans.
3️⃣ Glaze the Cake: • While cake is still warm, poke a few holes in the top and slowly pour the warm glaze over the entire surface. • Let it sit for 15–20 minutes to soak in before slicing.
Notes
💡 Baking Tips:
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For the moistest crumb, use room temperature eggs and buttermilk.
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Don’t overmix the batter—stir until just combined to avoid a dense cake.
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Pour the praline glaze over the cake while it’s still hot to ensure it soaks in and creates that gooey, signature texture.
📦 Storage Advice:
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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For longer storage, freeze individual slices tightly wrapped and place them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
🔥 Reheating Instructions:
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Microwave single slices for 10–15 seconds for a fresh-out-of-the-oven feel.
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Reheat larger portions in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5–10 minutes.
🔁 Variations to Try:
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Add bourbon (1–2 tablespoons) to the glaze for a bold Southern twist.
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Mix ½ cup mini chocolate chips into the batter for extra richness.
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Make mini cupcakes or a bundt cake using the same batter and glaze—adjust baking times accordingly.
🌰 Ingredient Note:
Use fresh, unsalted pecans for the best flavor and crunch. Toast them lightly for even more depth of flavor.
⚠️ Allergens:
Contains dairy, eggs, and tree nuts (pecans). Not suitable for nut-free or vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of 9x13 pan)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Southern Baking, Sheet Cake Recipes, Holiday Desserts, Potluck Favorites, Easy Cake Ideas, Praline Glaze, Texas Traditions, Crowd-Pleasing Desserts, Buttermilk Recipes