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A perfectly sliced pumpkin dump cake on a minimalist plate atop a light wood board, with natural lighting highlighting its texture.

Stop Everything & Make This Delicious & Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake – Your New Favorite Fall Treat!

This easy pumpkin dump cake is a perfect fall dessert, combining pumpkin, spices, and a buttery cake topping for a warm, comforting treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin and Dairy
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cake Topping
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix pumpkin, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
  3. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch dish, sprinkle cake mix on top (do not stir).
  4. Add nuts if desired, drizzle with melted butter, then bake 50-60 mins until golden.
  5. Cool slightly and serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

This dessert is perfect for fall gatherings and can be customized with your favorite nuts or toppings.