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Pecan Pie Dump Cake: The Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Dessert You’ll Make Again and Again


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  • Author: Ava Parker
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious pecan pie dump cake made by layering pecan pie filling, cake mix, and butter for an easy, irresistible dessert.


Ingredients

  • 2 cans (21 oz each) pecan pie filling
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the pecan pie filling evenly across the bottom of the dish. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon if using.
  3. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the filling.
  4. Top with chopped pecans.
  5. Pour melted butter evenly over the entire surface.
  6. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  7. Cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • For extra richness, add an additional 1/2 cup of pecans on top.
  • Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
  • You can substitute butter pecan cake mix if desired.
  • Cool completely for a firmer slice.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American