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Pumpkin Dump Cake

Delicious Pumpkin Dump Cake: Your Easy Fall Comfort Dessert

This Pumpkin Dump Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Layer
  • 2 cans Pumpkin Puree 15 oz each; ensure it's pure pumpkin, not spiced pie filling.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk 12 oz; avoid sweetened condensed milk.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature eggs mix better.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for less sweetness if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Can be swapped for a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Don’t skip it for a well-rounded taste.
For the Cake Layer
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix 15.25 oz; crucial not to mix with the pumpkin layer.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; recommended for the best flavor.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Optional; substitute with walnuts or omit for a nut-free treat.
  • Whipped Cream A must when serving warm!

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Dump Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree and evaporated milk. Whisk in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the pumpkin layer and drizzle the melted butter on top. Do not stir.
  5. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is mostly set.
  6. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 425IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Resist mixing the layers for the best texture. Use room temperature eggs for the smoothest pumpkin layer.

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