Description
Pecan Pie Dump Cake is a delightful dessert that brings together the rich flavors of a classic pecan pie and the convenience of cake mix. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive holiday gathering or a casual family dinner. With its gooey texture and nutty goodness, this dessert is sure to impress your guests without requiring hours of preparation. Just mix, dump, and bake—it’s that simple! Serve it warm with ice cream or enjoy it cold for a quick snack. Your family and friends will love this decadent dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 1/4 cups melted butter
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups pecan halves
- 1 (15.25 oz) package white cake mix
- 1 cup hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine dark brown sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract; whisk until well blended.
- Fold in 3 cups of pecan halves and spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the entire package of white cake mix evenly over the pecan mixture.
- Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the cake mix and sprinkle with additional dark brown sugar.
- Pour hot water over everything without stirring; gently tilt the pan to distribute it.
- Top with the final cup of pecan halves and bake for about 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg