Description
This Caramel Pecan Dump Cake is a simple and decadent dessert featuring a buttery, golden crust topped with crunchy pecans and rich caramel sauce. Perfect for a quick and fuss-free sweet treat that pairs beautifully with ice cream or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
Nuts
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Sauces & Liquids
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Add Cake Mix: Evenly pour the yellow cake mix into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out to cover the bottom.
- Sprinkle Pecans: Generously sprinkle the chopped pecans over the dry cake mix layer for a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Drizzle Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the pecans and cake mix to add a rich, gooey sweetness throughout the cake.
- Add Butter and Milk: Pour the melted butter and milk evenly over the entire mixture to moisten the cake mix and help create a golden crust as it bakes.
- Bake Cake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly, indicating the cake is cooked through with a caramelized topping.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm, optionally topped with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Notes
- Use a good-quality caramel sauce or homemade caramel for best flavor.
- Do not stir the ingredients together; the cake mix should stay dry on top before baking to achieve a layered texture.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let the caramel set.
- This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
- Storage: Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
