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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Irresistible Pecan Pie Dump Cake for Effortless Holiday Joy

Discover the magic of Pecan Pie Dump Cake, an effortless dessert combining gooey caramel and crunchy pecans for delightful holiday joy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with softened butter for a different texture.
  • 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix Substitute with vanilla cake mix if needed.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Pecans Feel free to swap with your favorite nuts.
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Jarred caramel works perfectly.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch glass or ceramic baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease the baking dish generously with butter or cooking spray and evenly spread the chopped pecans across the bottom.
  3. Pour the melted butter over the layer of pecans, distributing it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the butter pecan cake mix evenly over the melted butter and pecans; do not stir or mix.
  5. Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the dry cake mix.
  6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the butter is fully melted for a crispy crust. Avoid mixing layers for the best texture. Use high-quality caramel sauce for optimal flavor.

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