Description
This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is an easy and comforting dessert that blends the gooey richness of classic pecan pie with a crisp, buttery cake topping. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want a warm, crowd-pleasing treat. Serve it warm topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Topping
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, thinly sliced
Optional
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined to create the pecan pie base.
- Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans evenly to distribute the nutty texture throughout the filling mixture.
- Assemble Filling: Pour the pecan filling mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the yellow cake mix over the pecan filling without stirring to maintain separate layers.
- Add Butter: Arrange the thin slices of unsalted butter evenly across the surface of the cake mix to help create a rich, golden crust during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling to enhance their nutty aroma.
- Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the filling mixture for a warm, spiced variation.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to preserve freshness.
- Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 20–30 seconds before serving to regain that freshly baked warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
