Description
This Pecan Pie Cake elegantly captures the quintessence of nostalgic Southern desserts, offering an innovative twist on tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 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
- Kick off your baking process by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). As your oven heats up, turn your attention to the cake batter. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix with leftover melted butter, water, and the first set of eggs. Stir the mixture until you achieve a smooth batter consistency, ensuring no lumps remain. Once mixed, pour this batter evenly into your prepared 9×13-inch baking pan, making sure the entire bottom of the pan is covered.
- Place the cake batter into your preheated oven and allow it to bake for about 20 to 25 minutes. The goal here is for the batter to start setting while maintaining some underbake to create a tacky base, necessary for the pecan layer to adhere properly. Keep a watchful eye to avoid overbaking during this phase.
- While your cake base is in the oven, it’s time to create the pecan pie filling. In a separate bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, brown sugar, and melted butter with the second set of eggs. Stir in the vanilla extract and add a touch of salt before folding in the chopped pecans, ensuring even dispersion throughout the filling mixture.
- After the initial baking time has elapsed for the cake base, carefully remove it from the oven. Pour the prepared pecan pie filling over the semi-baked cake, spreading it evenly for a consistent top layer. Ensure that each bite will receive a tasty pecan experience.
- Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for an additional 25 to 30 minutes. Watch closely for a golden top and slight bubbling, indicating it is perfectly baked. Allow the cake to cool and set properly once baked before attempting to slice, as this will aid in maintaining its layer integrity.
Notes
The pecan layer should remain slightly sticky; do not expect it to firm up completely when cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Protein: 5 g