Pumpkin Dump Cake (Printable)
Spiced pumpkin under buttery cake mix with a crunchy pecan topping—cozy autumn comfort for gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pumpkin Layer
01 - 1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree
02 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Cake & Topping
07 - 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
08 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 cup chopped pecans
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, granulated sugar, and salt until smooth and fully blended.
03 - Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it smoothly across the bottom.
04 - Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer, ensuring complete coverage without stirring.
05 - Slowly drizzle the melted butter over the surface of the cake mix, distributing it as evenly as possible. Scatter chopped pecans evenly over the top.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center appears set.
07 - Allow the cake to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It&rsquos the secret answer to last-minute dessert cravings‐just mix, dump, and bake, no fancy skills needed.
- The way guests swoon over the crunchy topping and spiced filling makes it an instant autumn favorite at parties or potlucks.
02 -
- One time I got impatient and cut in too soon—the filling wasn&apost set and the slices fell apart, so cooling time is truly worth it.
- Swapping in a spice cake mix gave the warm flavors extra depth and even prompted recipe requests from strangers.
03 -
- Toast the pecans before using — it brings out their deep, nutty flavor and makes a difference even when you&aposre in a rush.
- Carefully drizzle the melted butter so as much of the dry mix is moistened as possible; dry patches won&apost bake up crispy.