Effortless Pecan Pie Dump Cake
This effortless pecan pie dump cake combines the rich flavors of pecan pie with the simplicity of a cake mix, resulting in a delicious and easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Medium bowl
- Wire rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pecan Halves roughly chopped
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), melted
- 0.5 cup Light Brown Sugar packed
- 0.5 cup Light Corn Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (15.25-ounce), dry
- 0.5 cup Evaporated Milk (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine ½ cup melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt; stir until well combined, then mix in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pecan layer.
- Melt the remaining ½ cup of butter and slowly and evenly drizzle it over the dry cake mix layer.
- If desired, gently drizzle the evaporated milk over the butter layer.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, bubbly, and the edges are set.
- Let the dump cake cool on a wire rack for at least 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the mixture. If you prefer a richer, more gooey texture, do not skip the evaporated milk step. This cake is best served warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.