Description
A quick and indulgent dessert, this Caramel Pecan Dump Cake combines a buttery yellow cake mix with rich caramel sauce and crunchy pecans. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy night in. Simply dump, drizzle, and bake for a deliciously gooey treat topped with caramel and nuts.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
Nuts
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Add Cake Mix: Evenly pour the yellow cake mix into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out for a uniform base.
- Add Pecans: Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the dry cake mix to add crunch and flavor.
- Pour Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce uniformly across the pecans and cake mix layer to infuse sweetness.
- Add Butter and Milk: Pour the melted butter followed by the milk evenly over the entire dish, ensuring all areas are covered to help moisten the cake as it bakes.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and bubbly, indicating the cake is cooked through and caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm. Optionally, top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- You can substitute caramel sauce with dulce de leche for a deeper flavor.
- Chilling the pecans before adding can enhance their crunch after baking.
- Make sure to distribute butter and milk evenly to avoid dry spots in the cake.
- This dessert is best enjoyed warm but can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top after baking for a salted caramel twist.
