This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is an effortless dessert with all the flavor of a classic pecan pie—rich, gooey, nutty—without the need for rolling out a crust! With just a few pantry ingredients, it bakes up into a layered, buttery treat that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or when you want something sweet and comforting in a pinch.
The brown sugar and corn syrup mixture forms a caramel-like base, while the yellow cake mix adds a soft, cake-like topping. The pecans provide the perfect crunch in every bite. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
📋 Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (unprepared)
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
