Pecan Pie Dump Cake
This pecan pie dump cake is the perfect combo of classic pecan pie and easy cake mix dessert. Gooey, buttery, and full of toasted pecans—just dump, bake, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert, Holiday
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix (dry)
3 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup (or dark for richer flavor)
1 cup packed brown sugar (reduce to ¾ cup for less sweetness)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups pecan halves
¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Mix Filling:
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in pecan halves to coat.
Layer in Dish:
Pour pecan mixture into the prepared dish. Sprinkle dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top (do not mix). Gently press it down with the back of a spoon.
Bake:
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling and set.
Cool & Serve:
Let cool slightly before serving. The texture will be gooey and crumbly, just like pecan pie. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
Add 1 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg for warm fall spice.
Sprinkle chopped pecans on top of the cake mix for added crunch.
Stir in ½ cup chocolate chips for a chocolate pecan twist.
Use dark corn syrup for deeper caramel flavor.
Great make-ahead dessert for Thanksgiving or holiday potlucks.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/pecan-pie-dump-cake/
