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Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake is a delightful autumn dessert combining the rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices with the convenience of a simple dump-and-bake method. It’s a crowd-pleaser featuring a moist pumpkin custard base topped with a buttery cake crust and optional crunchy pecans, perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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Pumpkin Mixture

  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • ½ tsp salt

Topping

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) melted butter
  • ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Pumpkin Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour Pumpkin Mixture: Transfer the smooth pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  4. Add Cake Mix Layer: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer, covering all areas for uniform baking.
  5. Drizzle Butter: Evenly drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake mix layer, ensuring as much coverage as possible to achieve a moist and golden crust.
  6. Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly on top if you are using them for an added crunch and nutty flavor.
  7. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set when gently shaken.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let it set further. For enhanced flavor, serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  9. Optional Twists: For variety, swap yellow cake mix with spice cake mix for extra warmth, replace pecans with walnuts or crushed gingersnaps, or add a swirl of caramel before baking for a gooey, sweet touch.

Notes

  • Greasing the baking dish is important to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • You can substitute the yellow cake mix with spice cake mix for a more pronounced warm flavor.
  • Switch up nuts or omit them if you have allergies.
  • The cake is best served slightly warm with whipped cream or ice cream for added richness.
  • Allow the cake to cool a bit before cutting for cleaner slices.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: pumpkin dump cake, easy pumpkin dessert, autumn desserts, pumpkin recipes, simple pumpkin cake, pumpkin spice dessert

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