Description
Indulge in the warm flavors of fall with The Best Pumpkin Dump Cake! This easy, layered dessert combines pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a buttery cake mix topping for a deliciously spiced treat that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. Enjoy it warm with whipped cream or ice cream for a comforting dessert experience.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 box yellow cake mix (about 15 oz)
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until smooth and well combined. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the top of the pumpkin mixture.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, then sprinkle with chopped pecans if using.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute the yellow cake mix with a gluten-free cake mix.
You can customize by adding chocolate chips or dried fruits for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
