Description
This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is a hassle-free, delicious dessert combining the rich flavors of pecan pie with the simplicity of a dump cake. Layers of a sweet pecan mixture topped with buttery cake crumbs create a golden, caramel-infused treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pecan Mixture
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup caramel topping
- ½ cup salted caramel topping
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups pecan halves
Cake Topping
- 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix (or White Cake Mix if unavailable)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Garnish
- ½ cup crushed or halved pecans
- Salted caramel topping for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350º Fahrenheit and spray a 13×9-inch baking pan with baking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Pecan Mixture: In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add brown sugar, salted caramel topping, caramel topping, and melted butter, stirring until fully combined. Fold in the pecan halves carefully to evenly coat them in the mixture. Pour this pecan mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Prepare Cake Topping: In another large bowl, combine the cake mix with melted butter until the mixture forms crumbly pieces. Evenly sprinkle these cake crumbles over the pecan mixture in the pan to form the cake topping.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake at 350º Fahrenheit for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cake topping turns golden brown and looks crisp on top.
- Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes to set and make serving easier.
- Garnish: Once cooled, sprinkle ½ cup of crushed or halved pecans over the top. Drizzle with salted caramel topping for an extra layer of flavor and a beautiful finish.
Notes
- If Butter Pecan Cake Mix is unavailable, White Cake Mix makes a great substitute.
- Using salted caramel topping along with regular caramel adds a nice balance of sweet and salty flavors.
- Letting the cake cool before garnishing helps the toppings adhere better and enhances texture.
- For a richer flavor, lightly toast the pecans before mixing them in.
- This cake is best served slightly warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12th of cake)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
