Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake is perfect for anyone who loves a sweet, nutty dessert but doesn’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. This recipe combines the rich flavors of pecan pie with the simplicity of a dump cake. It’s a delicious treat that is easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.

How to Make Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 box yellow cake mix (15 oz)
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, sliced thin
• 1 cup water

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix well.
3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
4. Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the wet mixture.
5. Arrange the cold, thinly sliced butter over the cake mix.
6. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
7. Carefully pour the water over the entire mixture.
8. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until golden brown and set.
9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your dessert!

How to Serve Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Serve this delicious dump cake warm or at room temperature. You can enjoy it as is or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra flavor. Fresh pecans can also make a great garnish on top.

How to Store Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake

To store your leftover dump cake, cover it with plastic wrap or foil and keep it in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for about 3-4 days. You can also reheat it in the microwave for a few seconds if you want to enjoy it warm again.

Tips to Make Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake

• Make sure to grease your baking dish well to prevent sticking.
• For added flavor, you can toss the pecans with a bit of sugar and cinnamon before adding them to the cake.
• If you want a deeper flavor, consider using dark corn syrup instead of light.

Variation

You can customize this recipe by adding chocolate chips or butterscotch chips to the cake mix layer for a different taste. You can also use walnuts instead of pecans if you prefer.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of cake mix?
   Yes, you can use other cake mix flavors like chocolate or butter pecan to change the recipe a bit.

2. Is this cake gluten-free?
   No, this recipe uses regular cake mix which contains gluten. You can find gluten-free cake mixes to make a gluten-free version.

3. Can I make this ahead of time?
   Yes, you can prepare this cake a day in advance. Just keep it covered in the refrigerator and reheat when ready to serve.