Description
A delightful fusion of classic pecan pie and the simplicity of a dump cake, this dessert is rich, gooey, and incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 box (about 15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Gently stir in the pecan halves until well distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, ensuring it spreads evenly, then sprinkle the dry cake mix on top without mixing.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix and bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Top with vanilla ice cream or warm caramel sauce for an extra indulgent experience. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg