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Pecan Pie Dump Cake: Easy & Delicious Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is a wonderfully easy and delicious dessert that combines the flavors of classic pecan pie with the simplicity of a dump cake. It features a moist, buttery cake base topped with a rich, gooey pecan filling made from sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, and eggs, all baked together for a irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Base

  • 1 box yellow cake mix or butter cake mix

Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup light or dark corn syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to ensure the cake does not stick.
  2. Spread Cake Mix: Evenly pour the entire box of yellow or butter cake mix into the prepared baking dish. Do not stir or mix; simply spread it out evenly to form the base layer.
  3. Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  4. Pour Filling Over Cake Mix: Carefully pour the filling mixture evenly over the dry cake mix in the baking dish, ensuring complete coverage without mixing.
  5. Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top of the filling and cake mix layers.
  6. Drizzle Melted Butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the entire surface, covering as much of the cake and pecans as possible.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for several minutes before slicing. Serve warm for best flavor, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.

Notes

  • Use light or dark corn syrup based on your flavor preference; dark offers a richer taste.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling for a spiced variation.
  • Let the cake cool slightly before serving to let it set and make slicing easier.
  • This dessert is delicious warm but can be stored airtight at room temperature for a few days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Pecan Pie Dump Cake, Easy Pecan Pie, Dump Cake Recipe, Southern Dessert, Quick Cake, Holiday Dessert

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