Description
This Pumpkin Dump Cake is a simple and delicious autumn dessert featuring a spiced pumpkin base topped with a golden yellow cake mix crust and crunchy nuts. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for fall gatherings and pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Mixture
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix pumpkin batter: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
- Layer pumpkin mixture: Pour and spread the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform base layer.
- Add cake mix topping: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer, taking care not to stir so it forms a dry topping crust.
- Add nuts and butter: Scatter the chopped pecans or walnuts over the cake mix, then drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly on top to help it brown and crisp while baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pumpkin layer is bubbly along the edges.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool slightly before serving. For extra indulgence, pair with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute chopped pecans with walnuts or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- Ensure the melted butter is poured evenly to achieve a crispy topping.
- This dessert keeps well refrigerated and can be reheated gently before serving.
- Optional garnishes include whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin dump cake, easy pumpkin dessert, fall dessert, autumn cake, pumpkin recipe, quick pumpkin cake
