Description
Pecan Pie Dump Cake a ridiculously easy and indulgent dessert that combines the gooey richness of pecan pie with the buttery crumble of cake. Just dump, bake, and enjoy this crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
1 can (15 oz) pecan pie filling (or substitute with 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans + 1 cup caramel sauce)
3 large eggs
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together pecan pie filling, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
3. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top — do not stir.
5. Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
6. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
7. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
8. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert.
Notes
For extra crunch, sprinkle a handful of chopped pecans on top before baking.
Substitute spice cake mix for a richer fall flavor.
This dessert can be made ahead — simply reheat before serving.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pecan pie dump cake, easy dessert, holiday baking, dump cake recipe, fall dessert