Description
This Pumpkin Dump Cake is a delightful and easy dessert perfect for autumn gatherings. Combining the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg with smooth pumpkin puree and a crunchy golden cake topping, it delivers comforting fall flavors with minimal effort. Simply layer the ingredients, bake, and enjoy a moist, flavorful cake with a crisp, buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ cups white sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp nutmeg
Topping
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup melted butter
- ¾ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish well to prevent sticking.
- Mix Pumpkin Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, white sugar, cinnamon, ground ginger, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Layer Pumpkin Mixture: Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing out the surface with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- Add Cake Mix Topping: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the pumpkin mixture. Try to cover the surface uniformly without mixing.
- Butter the Top: Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix layer, covering as much of the surface as possible to help create a golden, moist crust during baking.
- Add Pecans (Optional): If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges start to crisp. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. This will help the dessert set for easier slicing.
Notes
- You can substitute chopped walnuts or leave out nuts entirely if preferred.
- Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- This dump cake is perfect for holiday parties and potlucks, requiring minimal preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
