Pecan Pie Dump Cake
Gooey, nutty, and incredibly easy to make, this Pecan Pie Dump Cake delivers the flavors of a classic pie with the simplicity of a dump cake—perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can 12 oz evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whole pecans for garnish optional
- Caramel sauce for drizzling optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, evaporated milk, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and melted butter.
- Stir in chopped pecans and pour into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the filling.
- Drizzle additional melted butter over the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with whole pecans and caramel if desired.
Notes
- Try different cake mix flavors like butter pecan or spice.
- Add-ins like chocolate chips or bourbon elevate the flavor.
- Best served warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Store covered in fridge up to 5 days; not freezer-friendly.