Southern Pecan Praline Cake

package (18.25 oz.) butter pecan cake mix 1 cup water 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 med. whole eggs 1 container (16 oz.) coconut pecan frosting (ready to use) 1 cup chopped pecans (optional), divided

package (18.25 oz.) butter pecan cake mix

water

vegetable oil

med. whole eggs

container (16 oz.) coconut pecan frosting (ready to use)

chopped pecans (optional), divided