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Pecan Dump Cake Recipes

Pecan Dump Cake Recipe

This Pecan Dump Cake Recipe is a rich, nutty, and incredibly easy dessert that requires minimal prep. Just layer the ingredients, bake, and enjoy a buttery, caramelized pecan topping over a tender cake base. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or any time you crave a simple yet indulgent treat. Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 Times: Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Resting Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Categories: Dessert, Easy Baking Courses: Dessert, Snack Cuisines: American Keywords: Pecan Dump Cake, Easy Dessert Recipe, Holiday Cake, Nutty Dessert
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
9 minutes
Total Time 59 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pecans chopped (toasted for extra flavor)
  • 1 box 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup butter unsalted, melted
  • 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish – for even baking
  • 1 mixing bowl – for optional butter and cake mix blending
  • Measuring cups and spoons – for precise measurements
  • Spatula – for spreading ingredients evenly

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Layer pecans evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  3. Sprinkle cake mix evenly over the pecans—do not stir.
  4. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake mix.
  5. Pour melted butter evenly over the top, covering as much as possible.
  6. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon (if using) for extra flavor.
  7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown on top and bubbly around the edges.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
  9. Serve warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
  10. Nutrition (Per Serving)
  11. Calories: 485 kcal
  12. Carbohydrates: 52g
  13. Protein: 5g
  14. Fat: 28g
  15. Saturated Fat: 12g
  16. Cholesterol: 40mg
  17. Sodium: 420mg
  18. Fiber: 2g
  19. Sugar: 32g

Notes

Toasting pecans before baking deepens their nutty flavor.
You can swap yellow cake mix for spice cake or chocolate cake for variations.