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Irresistible Pecan Pie Dump Cake

  • Author: Fiona
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy the warm, gooey goodness of this Pecan Pie Dump Cake, featuring crunchy pecans and a sweet caramel flavor—a perfect dessert for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (approx. 15.25 oz)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup freshly chopped pecans
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until well blended.
  3. Fold in half of the chopped pecans into your batter.
  4. Transfer the mixture evenly into the greased baking dish and smooth it out with a spatula.
  5. In another bowl, mix together the brown sugar, remaining pecans, and maple syrup until gooey. Sprinkle this mixture generously over your batter.
  6. Bake in your preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the middle.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or sprinkling cinnamon for a cozy twist. - You can substitute pecans with walnuts if desired. - To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat before serving.