Butter Pecan Cake Mix Recipe
This warm, nutty, and ultra-moist Butter Pecan Cake Mix recipe is a cozy classic that’s incredibly easy to make — perfect for casual baking or elegant gatherings alike.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Pan or Bundt Pan
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula or spoon
- Oven
- Baking Sheet (for toasting pecans)
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 1 box Butter Pecan Cake Mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped pecans toasted
- 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon optional
Topping
- 1 tub whipped frosting buttercream or caramel
- Butter pecan ice cream optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch or Bundt pan.
- Toast chopped pecans on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes, until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Stir until just combined — do not overmix.
- Fold in toasted pecans, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using).
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 28–33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before frosting.
- Frost with whipped buttercream or caramel frosting. Sprinkle additional toasted pecans on top if desired.
- Serve warm with a scoop of butter pecan ice cream for an extra decadent treat.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for turning a store-bought cake mix into something truly special. Add a drizzle of caramel sauce or a dusting of cinnamon sugar for an extra wow factor. Makes great cupcakes too!