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Pecan Pie Dump Cake

A close-up of a slice of pecan pie dump cake on a white plate, showcasing its golden crumb topping.

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A simple Southern pecan pie dump cake made with cake mix, perfect for holiday dessert tables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (18.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 jar (12 oz) pecan pie filling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the pecan pie filling evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the pecan pie filling.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pecans.
  5. Pour the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix, ensuring it is well distributed.
  6. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  7. Let the cake cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  • This recipe is a great option for busy holiday cooks looking for easy Thanksgiving desserts.
  • Consider this a shortcut to a classic Southern dump cake.

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