VEGAN BUTTER PECAN PRALINE POKE CAKE

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (you can use a gluten-free flour blend if preferred)
• 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any other plant-based milk)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

For the Praline Sauce:

• 1/4 cup vegan butter or coconut oil
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any other plant-based milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

For the Topping:

• Vegan whipped cream (you can use coconut whipped cream)
• Additional chopped pecans for garnish