Once the cake has cooled and absorbed the sauce, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake to cover the entire surface.
For added texture and flavor, sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top of the whipped topping.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors set and for the cake to chill. Serve cold for the best texture and taste.
Cut into squares, and enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness of this butter-pecan poke cake!
Tips
If you want a richer sauce, use heavy cream for the entire amount in the butter-pecan sauce, but half-and-half or milk can be used for a lighter version.
You can make this cake ahead of time. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If you prefer a thicker topping, make your own whipped cream by whipping heavy cream with a bit of sugar and vanilla extract.
