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Pumpkin Dump Cake

Irresistible Pumpkin Dump Cake for Effortless Fall Delights

This Pumpkin Dump Cake is the perfect effortless dessert for fall gatherings, combining warm pumpkin flavors with a buttery cake layer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Mixture
  • 1 can Pure Pumpkin Not pie filling
  • 1 cup Evaporated Milk Substitute for dairy-free options
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 4 large Eggs Can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice Use high-quality blend
For the Cake Layer
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Consider gluten-free for dietary needs
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can use vegan butter
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers For added crunch
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Optional for texture

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pure pumpkin, evaporated milk, light brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the entire box of yellow cake mix over the pumpkin layer.
  5. If desired, scatter some crushed graham crackers or chopped pecans on top of the cake mix.
  6. Melt the unsalted butter and drizzle it evenly over the cake mix topping.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving warm, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and don't mix the cake mix into the pumpkin layer for perfect texture.

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