German Chocolate Dump Cake

★★★★★ 5 (55 Reviews)
By Sarah Baker | Updated on May 2, 2026
German Chocolate Dump Cake

The easiest chocolate cake you'll ever make. Rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans all 'dumped' into a pan and baked to perfection. No mixing bowls required!

Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:1 hr 40 mins
Total Time:1 hr 50 mins
Servings:12

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

  2. Step 2

    Dump the dry cake mix into the pan and spread it out evenly.

  3. Step 3

    Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping over the cake mix.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle the chocolate chips and pecans over the top.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the melted butter evenly over the entire surface.

  6. Step 6

    Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set. (Note: Total time includes cooling for best texture).

  7. Step 7

    Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream.