Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Dump Cake
Darling, if you’re looking for a truly special dessert, you’ve found it!
The Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Dump Cake is a spectacular, decadent surprise for your guests at any special gathering – perfect as a groom’s cake, or just a fancy poker night with the guys!
This cake is basically the love child of a rich chocolate dessert and a splash of bourbon, with a sprinkle of pecans for that extra crunch.
And the best part? You don’t need any fancy skills to make it.
Just dump, drizzle, and bake—then pretend you slaved over it for hours when your guests take their first bite and swoon.
I mean, who says you can’t have it all? A little bit naughty, a whole lot of nice, and oh-so-easy to throw together.
So, grab that cake mix, pour yourself a drink (maybe save a splash for the cake), and let’s get baking!
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, pour the sweetened condensed milk and bourbon, mixing them together.
- Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the milk mixture.
- Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix evenly over the pecans.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and the edges are bubbling.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Finishing Flourishes
Try one of these fabulous variations:
Chocolate Caramel Pecan Dump Cake:
Replace bourbon with 1/2 cup of caramel sauce.
Chocolate Raspberry Pecan Dump Cake:
Add a layer of fresh raspberries between the pecans and cake mix.
Spiced Chocolate Pecan Dump Cake:
Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dry cake mix for a spicy kick.
Presentation Suggestions:
Drizzle with Bourbon Caramel Sauce:
Drizzle warm bourbon caramel sauce over each slice before serving.
Top with Whipped Cream:
Add a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top of each slice.
Serve on Dark Plates:
Use dark-colored plates (such as deep brown or black) to contrast with the cake and highlight its richness.
Ready to indulge in a dessert that’s as fabulous and easy as you are?
Whip up this Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Dump Cake and let the compliments roll in—don’t forget to grab a slice for yourself before it’s all gone!
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