Name: Pecan Pie Dump Cake Recipe – A Sweet Southern Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 1 can (15 oz) pecan pie filling (or substitute with 1½ cups of homemade filling); 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz); 3 large eggs; 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk; ½ cup chopped pecans; 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted; ½ tsp ground cinnamon (for added warmth); ¼ cup brown sugar (for more caramel flavor); Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving); A drizzle of caramel sauce (for extra indulgence)

Description

A rich, gooey pecan pie dump cake that’s buttery, nutty, and incredibly easy to make—perfect for holidays or anytime you crave something sweet.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) pecan pie filling (or substitute with 1½ cups of homemade filling)
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
3 large eggs
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
½ cup chopped pecans
1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), melted

Optional Add-Ins and Toppings

½ tsp ground cinnamon (for added warmth)
¼ cup brown sugar (for more caramel flavor)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving)
A drizzle of caramel sauce (for extra indulgence)

Instructions

Step 1 – Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2 – Layer the Ingredients

Pour the pecan pie filling into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly using a spatula.

Step 3 – Add the Cake Mix

Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the top of the pie filling. Do not stir.

Step 4 – Pour the Butter

Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, making sure to cover as much of the surface as possible.

Step 5 – Bake to Perfection

Top with chopped pecans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 50
Category: dessert

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10
Calories: 420