Description
Rich, gooey pecan pie dump cake delivers Southern comfort in one effortless dessert. Sweet layers of buttery cake and caramelized pecans create an irresistible treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup pecan halves or coarsely chopped pecans
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow cake mix
Sweeteners and Syrups:
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by greasing a 9×13-inch dish and heating the oven to 350°F (175°C), creating an ideal environment for the decadent dessert.
- Craft the luscious pecan filling by whisking brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, vanilla extract, eggs, and melted butter until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Fold one cup of pecans into the liquid mixture, distributing them evenly to ensure nutty texture throughout the filling.
- Gently transfer the pecan-studded mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it to create an even layer that will serve as the cake’s foundation.
- Create a crumbly topping by mixing the dry cake mix with ground cinnamon, which will provide a delightful textural contrast to the rich filling below.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-infused cake mix over the pecan filling, ensuring complete and uniform coverage across the surface.
- Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the cake mix, helping to create a golden, crisp top during baking.
- Scatter the final cup of pecans across the buttered surface, adding visual appeal and extra crunch to the dessert.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and a slightly gooey center that signals perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to rest for 15 minutes, enabling the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.
- Serve warm, optionally accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a delicate dollop of whipped cream to enhance the indulgent experience.
Notes
- Adjust butter for dietary needs by substituting with coconut oil or vegan margarine to create a lighter, healthier version of the dessert.
- Toast pecans beforehand to intensify their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the cake’s overall taste profile.
- Control sweetness by reducing corn syrup or using alternative liquid sweeteners like maple syrup for a more balanced flavor.
- Enhance texture by sprinkling a thin layer of sea salt on top before baking to create a delightful sweet-salty contrast that elevates the dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg