“Needed a quick dessert to bring over for our in-law Sunday dinner and this was a success from left-field.”

This simple yet delicious Louisiana Stranger Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. It uses a boxed cake mix for convenience and is enhanced with coconut pecan frosting, making it a crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Butter pecan cake mix (or yellow) | 1 box |
Coconut pecan frosting | 2 cans, divided |
Water | 1 cup |
Vegetable oil | 1/2 cup |
Large eggs, room temperature | 4 |
Pecans, chopped (optional) | 1 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with baking spray and place it on a cookie tray. Set aside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, one can of coconut pecan frosting, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat for 1 to 2 minutes until well combined.
- Add Pecans (Optional): If desired, fold the chopped pecans into the batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Frost and Serve: Once the cake is completely cooled, top it with the remaining can of coconut pecan frosting. Slice and serve. Enjoy!