Description
This Best Pumpkin Dump Cake combines warm fall spices, creamy pumpkin, and a crunchy pecan topping in one easy dessert. It’s a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for the holidays or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup unsalted butter, sliced thin
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and eggs until smooth.
3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the top of the pumpkin mixture (do not stir).
5. Evenly distribute chopped pecans over the cake mix layer.
6. Place the sliced butter evenly across the top to cover as much surface as possible.
7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
8. Let it cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
Letting the cake cool before slicing helps the pumpkin base set into a soft custard-like texture.
If you want a crispier top, broil the cake for 2–3 minutes at the end, but keep a close eye!
This dessert is even better the next day after the flavors have settled—just reheat and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 29
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 21
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 52
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 75
Keywords: Pumpkin dump cake, fall dessert, easy pumpkin recipe