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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Irresistible Pecan Pie Dump Cake: Easy, Gooey Comfort Delight

This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is an incredibly easy dessert that combines the flavors of traditional pecan pie in a gooey, delightful format.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Consider making a homemade version for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can be swapped with coconut sugar for a natural substitute.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for the cake's perfect texture.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Feel free to use walnuts or almonds for a nutty twist.
For the Cake Base
  • 15.25 oz Dry Cake Mix A yellow cake mix is standard, but gluten-free mix is an option.
  • 1 cup Melted Butter Margarine can be used if you're dairy-free.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Stir in pecan halves until evenly dispersed throughout the mixture.
  4. Pour the filling into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top of the filling layer without stirring.
  6. Drizzle melted butter evenly across the cake mix layer.
  7. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden-brown and bubbly; a toothpick should come out clean with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool for 15–20 minutes before serving warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes. Serve warm for maximum gooeyness.

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