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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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No one will know this fancy dessert started with a handy boxed cake mix, assures Sandra Castillo of Watertown, Wisconsin. We enjoy the scrumptious treat throughout the year for special dinners, potlucks and even picnics. Ingredients:
1 cup packed brown sugar |
1/2 cup butter |
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans |
1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size) |
topping: |
1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream |
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar |
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract |
chocolate curls, optional |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and cream. Stir over low heat until butter is melted. Pour into two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Sprinkle with pecans; set aside.
2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Carefully pour batter over pecans. Bake at 325° for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes; invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
3. For topping, beat cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff.
4. Place one cake layer, pecan side up, on a serving plate. Spread with half of the topping. Top with second cake layer and remaining topping. Sprinkle with chocolate curls if desired. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 8-10 servings.
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