Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe (With A Cake Mix)
Updated Oct 19, 2026, Published Oct 05, 2021
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When fall hits, pecan pie is always on the list. But this easy Pecan Pie Cobbler gives you all those flavors with a cake mix topping that puts it miles ahead of traditional pecan pie.
This pecan cobbler recipe could seriously not be any easier. It could even be called a pecan pie dump cake because of how simple it is to make!
The homemade pecan pie filling is sweet, crunchy, and gooey – everything you want out of pecan pie. Then the easy-to-make cake mix topping is dolloped over the top before baking for a soft contrast to the filling. This is about to be your new favorite fall dessert!
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Why This Recipe Works
This Pecan Pie Cobbler is such an easy dessert. Just mix up the filling and pour it in, mix up the topping and pour it in, and bake! What could be easier than that?
Cake mix is the secret ingredient that makes cobbler incredibly simple. I used it to make Cherry Cobbler, Blueberry Cobbler, Apple Cobbler, and Peach Cobbler, too!
The homemade pecan filling gives it that traditional pecan pie taste you love, but the cake mix topping adds a soft cake layer that makes it way more satisfying.
I love making this pecan cobbler recipe at Thanksgiving because it’s full of fall flavors, and can even be made ahead!
Ingredients Needed
- Cake mix: A yellow cake mix is the perfect topping for this cobbler recipe. It has all the ingredients you need right in the box!
- Brown sugar: This type of sugar is the best to use when basking with pecans {at least in my opinion}. It adds sweetness and helps caramelize during baking.
- Corn syrup: This ingredient helps the brown sugar create a beautiful glossy thickness and texture and adds even more sweetness to the pecan pie filling.
The Cake Mix I Used
I used yellow cake mix for this pecan cobbler recipe. It has all the dry ingredients you need for the topping, so that means you get perfect results without all the measuring.
I usually reach for brands like Betty Crocker, Duncan Hines, or Pillsbury—just make sure you’re using a 15.25-ounce box for the best results.
Can I Use a Different Cake Mix
I really love yellow cake mix for this recipe {and my other yellow cake mix recipes} because it has a buttery flavor that goes perfectly with the pecans.
That said, you can use vanilla, chocolate, or even butter pecan if you want to change it up!
How to Make Pecan Pie Cobbler with a Cake Mix
- Start by preheating the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Chop up all the pecans and add to the bottom of the prepped baking pan. Then, whisk together the remaining pecan filling ingredients in a large bowl and pour it over the pecans.
- Now, it’s time to prep the cobbler topping! Add the chopped cold butter to the cake mix in a medium bowl. Use a pastry cutter (or a fork) to work the butter into the cake mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the boiling water and stir until just combined. Take spoonfuls of the cobbler topping mixture and place them on top of the pecans. The top does not have to be covered entirely, but it can overlap.
- Add a few additional chopped pecans to the top of the filling. Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and everything is baked through. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack.
Pro Tips
- Use real butter. Do not substitute with margarine. Using real butter helps give the filling and topping a great flavor.
- Be sure that your water is boiling. Don’t miss this step; your cobbler topping won’t form correctly and bake to perfection.
- Serve warm! The combination of the warm, sweet filling and decadent topping is divine!
- Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Add a dollop of ice cream or homemade whipped cream for an extra special touch.
Storage Instructions
The cobbler will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator as long as it is covered well.
To save time on the day you’re serving, you can assemble the entire cobbler and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to serve, remove from the fridge and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and everything is baked through.
You can also freeze your pecan cobbler for up to 3 months.
Recipe FAQs
Sure! Walnuts or almonds would both be delicious in this cobbler recipe.
This step is crucial because it helps the topping come together and adds moisture. Warm or hot water just won’t give you the perfect texture!
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Easy Pecan Pie Cobbler Recipe with a Cake Mix
Ingredients
Pecan Pie Filling
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups brown sugar {packed}
- 1 cup corn syrup
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup butter {melted}
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups pecans {chopped}
Cake Mix Cobbler Topping
- 1-15.25 oz. box yellow cake mix
- 12 tablespoons butter {cold and cut into small pieces}
- ½ cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons pecans {finely chopped}
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Spray a 9×13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.
Pecan Pie Filling
- In a large bowl whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, honey, salt, melted butter and vanilla extract. Whisk until all of the ingredients are completely incorporated.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans in the bottom of the prepared 9×13 pan. Top pecans with the filling mixture and set aside.
Cake Mix Cobbler Topping
- In a medium bowl add the dry cake mix and cold pieces of butter. Use a pastry cutter {fork or 2 knives} to work the butter into the cake mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add boiling water and stir until it comes together.
- Drop large spoonfuls over the top of the pecan mixture. Sprinkle with a few additional chopped pecans {if desired}.
- Bake for 10 minutes on a cookie sheet {just in case it boils over}. After 10 minutes, reduce heat to 325 degrees and continue baking for an additional 25-35 minutes or until baked through. Remove from oven and allow it to cool on a cooling rack or serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
