PECAN PIE DUMP CAKE 🥧🌰

Directions:
1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly and achieves that delicious golden-brown crust.
2. Grab a 9×13 inch baking dish and lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray or butter. This will prevent your cake from sticking and make for easy serving later.
3. In a large bowl, combine the light corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth. You want to make sure the sugar is well incorporated with the eggs to prevent any clumps.
4. Next, pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Take your time with this step to ensure an even distribution.
5. Now it’s time for the yellow cake mix. Instead of mixing it with water like traditional cake recipes, simply sprinkle the entire box of cake mix evenly over the wet mixture already in the dish. No mixing here! This is the ‘dump’ part of the dump cake.
6. After sprinkling the cake mix, take your melted butter and drizzle it evenly over the cake mix layer. This will help create that coveted crust on top. Don’t skimp on the butter – it’s crucial for flavor and texture!
7. Finally, distribute the chopped pecans across the top of the cake mix and butter. You can sprinkle them generously to ensure each slice has a delightful crunch.
8. Place the baking dish in your preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes. You’ll want to keep an eye on it; the top should be golden brown, and the center should be firm, not jiggly.
9. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top makes an excellent complement!

Additional Information:
– Preparation Time: 15 minutes
– Cooking Time: 50-55 minutes
– Total Time: 1 hour 5-10 minutes
– Servings: Approximately 12

Notes:
– Feel free to customize with other nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor!
– Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you refrigerate, it can last up to a week but may lose some texture.
– This dessert is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or family gatherings – it’s a crowd-pleaser for sure!

Nutritional Information:
– Approximate calorie count per serving: 350 calories
– Keep in mind that variations in size and ingredients can affect the overall nutritional content.

Enjoy your delicious PECAN PIE DUMP CAKE, a beautifully easy dessert that combines the richness of pecan pie with the simplicity of a dump cake!