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Pecan Pie Cake Recipe

Pecan Pie Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the decadent fusion of a classic pecan pie and a moist cake with this irresistible Pecan Pie Cake recipe. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day!

Ingredients

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For the cake:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 large eggs

For the pecan pie filling:

  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix cake: Combine cake mix, melted butter, water, and eggs. Pour batter into pan and bake for 20–25 minutes.
  3. Prepare filling: Whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, salt, and pecans.
  4. Add filling: Pour pecan mixture over partially baked cake and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  5. Cool and serve: Let the cake cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
  • Cake can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

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