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1-Hour Pecan Pie Dump Cake: A Buttery, Irresistible Delight

Pecan Pie Dump Cake
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This Pecan Pie Dump Cake layers a homemade pecan pie filling with dry cake mix, melted butter, and pecans for a rich, easy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • For the Pecan Filling:
    • 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar (light or dark)
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup light corn syrup (dark can be used for richer flavor)
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 4 large eggs, beaten
    • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
    • 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped or halves
  • For the Topping:
    • 1 box (approx. 15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (Butter Pecan cake mix can also be used)
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
    • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
    • 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped or halves

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, vanilla, eggs, and 1/2 cup melted butter. Stir in 1 cup pecans.
  3. Pour filling into the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle dry cake mix and cinnamon (if using) evenly over filling. Do not stir.
  5. Drizzle remaining 1/2 cup melted butter over the cake mix. Top with remaining pecans.
  6. Bake 40-50 minutes until golden brown and filling is bubbly.
  7. Cool 15-20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Allergen Warning: Contains nuts.
  • For a richer taste, use dark corn syrup.
  • Letting it cool helps the filling set.

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Keywords: pecan pie dump cake, easy dessert, pecan dessert, Southern baking

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