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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Decadent Pecan Pie Dump Cake: Easy One-Pan Delight

Discover the magic of Pecan Pie Dump Cake—a simple, one-pan dessert that combines gooey filling with crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar substitute with light brown sugar for a milder taste
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt use table salt in a pinch
  • 1 cup corn syrup light corn syrup is preferred for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract delivers the best results
  • 3 large eggs make sure they are at room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter can use salted butter but reduce additional salt
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans walnuts can be used as a substitute
For the Topping
  • 1 box yellow cake mix consider trying butter pecan or spice cake mixes for variations
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional, omit if a classic taste is preferred

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10-inch cast iron skillet or an 8x8 baking pan by greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine dark brown sugar, sea salt, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until blended, then add melted butter and mix smoothly.
  3. Fold in coarsely chopped pecans into the filling mixture and pour it evenly into the prepared pan.
  4. In another bowl, mix yellow cake mix and optional cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the pecan filling.
  5. Melt another ¼ cup of unsalted butter and drizzle it over the cake mix layer. Then sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or up to 35 minutes if using an aluminum pan until golden brown with a set center.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving warm, optionally with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for an extra special touch and consider a drizzle of caramel for enhanced flavor.

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