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Pecan Pie Dump Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This decadent Pecan Pie Dump Cake combines the rich flavors of pecan pie with the convenience of a simple dump cake. Layers of caramel, brown sugar, and luscious pecans are topped with a buttery butter pecan cake crumble, baked to a golden brown perfection. Perfect for an easy yet impressive dessert.

Ingredients

Pecan Layer

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup caramel topping
  • ½ cup salted caramel topping
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 3 cups pecan halves

Topping

  • 1 box butter pecan cake mix
  • 1 cup melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prepare it for baking.
  2. Prepare the pecan mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lightly beaten eggs, brown sugar, caramel topping, salted caramel topping, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  3. Fold in pecans: Gently fold 3 cups of pecan halves into the caramel mixture, ensuring the nuts are evenly distributed. The pecans provide the signature crunch and flavor to the dessert.
  4. Assemble the pecan layer: Pour the pecan and caramel mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly to cover the bottom.
  5. Make the butter pecan topping: In a separate bowl, mix the butter pecan cake mix with the melted butter until crumbly. This crumb topping will create a beautifully textured crust.
  6. Add the topping: Evenly sprinkle the cake mix and butter crumb mixture over the pecan layer, covering it completely but without pressing it down.
  7. Bake the dump cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling around the edges, indicating the filling is cooked through.
  8. Cool and serve: Allow the dump cake to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the layers set and flavors meld. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use salted caramel topping for a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors in the pecan layer.
  • Be sure not to press the crumb topping into the pecan mixture to maintain a crumbly texture.
  • You can serve this dump cake with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator; reheat gently before serving.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/pecan-pie-dump-cake-recipe/