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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

A quick and easy dessert that combines a sweet, custardy pecan filling with a golden, gooey top, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Family-friendly
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the filling

  • 1 can (15 oz) sweetened condensed milk Creates a rich, caramel, custardy filling.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed Use dark brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 3 large eggs Use room temperature eggs for easier mixing.
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 2 cups pecan halves Can substitute with chopped pecans if needed.

For the cake

  • 1 box (about 15.25 oz) yellow cake mix No additional eggs or oil needed.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted Use real butter for the best flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the pecan halves and pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the filling without stirring.
  • Drizzle the melted butter over the top to cover as much of the cake mix as possible.

Baking

  • Bake for 45–50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
  • Allow to cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve slightly warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Topping can be added as per your liking. For potlucks, bake in foil trays for easy transport.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Keyword Dump Cake, easy dessert, Gooey Dessert, Pecan Pie, Quick Recipe
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