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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Decadent Pecan Pie Dump Cake for Effortless Indulgence

This Pecan Pie Dump Cake combines classic flavors for an easy, indulgent dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark, based on preference
  • 4 large eggs essential for binding
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
  • 2 cups pecan halves can substitute with walnuts
  • 1 box dry cake mix (yellow) gluten-free option available
  • 1/2 cup melted butter alternatives include margarine or coconut oil

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Mix together sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract in a bowl until combined.
  3. Fold in pecan halves and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the top of the pecan mixture without mixing.
  5. Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving warm, ideally with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve warm topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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