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A delicious slice of vibrant orange pumpkin dump cake topped with fluffy whipped cream on an ornate, off-white plate.

Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake

This Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake is a delightful fall dessert that combines a creamy pumpkin layer with a buttery, crisp cake topping. Perfect for gatherings, it's incredibly simple to prepare, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 459 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 29 ounces pumpkin puree
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1.5 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 eggs large
  • 15.25 ounces yellow cake mix 1 box
  • ¾ cup pecans chopped
  • 1 cup butter melted

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9x13 inch cake pan or casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice until well mixed.
  • Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth it flat with a spatula. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the pumpkin layer, then evenly distribute the dry yellow cake mix on top.
  • Finally, drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix layer, taking care not to stir it.
  • Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the top crust turns golden brown and the cake is set.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of cool whip or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Notes

Serve warm with cool whip, vanilla ice cream, and/or caramel syrup for an extra treat.