My mom made this dessert, and it was a total crowd-pleaser. I had to grab the recipe!

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.

Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the mixture.

Pour the pecan mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the top of the pecan mixture.

Gently press the cake mix into the pecan mixture with the back of a spoon, but do not stir.

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.

Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. It will be gooey and crumbly, just like a pecan pie.

For a richer flavor, try using dark corn syrup instead of light. You can also add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pecan mixture for a warm, spiced note. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the brown sugar to 3/4 cup. For a bit of crunch, sprinkle some chopped pecans on top of the cake mix before baking. This recipe is also delicious with a chocolate twist—simply add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the pecan mixture.