Easy Pecan Pie Dump Cake – 5-Minute Prep, Maximum Comfort! 🥧✨


 

Warning: This gooey, buttery, pecan-packed dump cake tastes just like pecan pie but requires zero pie crust skills! Simply layer, dump, and bake for a dessert that’s crispy on top, custardy underneath, and loaded with caramelized pecans.

Perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or when you need a last-minute showstopper—this cake is foolproof and always a hit!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ No mixing, no fuss – Just layer & bake
✅ Pecan pie flavor without the work – All the taste, none of the stress
✅ Warm & comforting – Best served with ice cream
✅ Pantry-friendly – Uses basic ingredients

Ingredients You’ll Need

(9x13-inch pan)

Base Layer:

  • 1 (15 oz) can pecan pie filling (or homemade*)

  • ½ cup (120ml) maple syrup or caramel sauce

Cake Layer:

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix (dry, unprepared)

  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, sliced into pats

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ cup (60g) chopped pecans (for extra crunch)

  • 1 tsp cinnamon (for warmth)

  • Vanilla ice cream (for serving)

Homemade pecan pie filling: Mix 2 cups pecans, ¾ cup corn syrup, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp melted butter, 1 tsp vanilla


Step-by-Step Instructions



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