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Sweet Potato Dump Cake: A Deliciously Simple Treat!

If you're on the lookout for an incredibly easy dessert that will have your friends and family asking for seconds, then the Sweet Potato Dump Cake is the answer! This delightful dish combines the warm sweetness of sweet potatoes with a rich, buttery cake, all baked together in a heavenly blend. Did you know that dump cakes have been a beloved home-cooking staple since the 1980s? The best part about this recipe is its simplicity; it requires minimal preparation, making it a quick go-to for any occasion.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans optional
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup water

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, mix the cooked and mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Ensure it’s a smooth consistency.
  3. Layer the Mixture: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  4. Add the Cake Mix: Next, sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the sweet potatoes. No mixing is required here; just let it fall naturally over the surface.
  5. Add Pecans: If you're using pecans, sprinkle them generously on top of the cake mix for that crunchy texture.
  6. Melt the Butter: Pour melted butter all over the cake mix, covering it as evenly as possible.
  7. Bake: Pour 1 cup of water around the edges of the dish (to keep everything moist), then bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Top it off with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent twist!