Pecan Pie Dump Cake: Gooey, Buttery, and Outrageously Easy
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Pecan Pie Dump Cake: Gooey, Buttery, and Outrageously Easy. This dessert is a modern twist on the classic pecan pie, combining all the rich flavors you love without the fuss of a traditional crust. With layers of sweetened condensed milk, crunchy pecans, and a buttery cake topping, it’s an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy nights in. This simple recipe requires minimal cleanup and guarantees maximum flavor enjoyment. Serve it warm with ice cream or whipped cream for a truly decadent treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in the pecan halves gently and pour the mixture into the greased dish.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top without stirring.
- Drizzle melted butter across the surface of the cake mix.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 188mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 67mg