Description

Pumpkin dump cake is the quintessential fall dessert, enveloping your taste buds with its warm pumpkin flavor and aromatic spices. This effortless treat features a luscious layer of pumpkin puree topped with a buttery cake mix that bakes to golden perfection. Ideal for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings at home, serve it warm with ice cream or enjoy it chilled for a delightful escape into autumn bliss.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin puree
3 large eggs
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp ground cloves
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth.
Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pumpkin layer without mixing.
Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
Calories: 329
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 52mg

Keywords: For added texture, stir in chocolate chips or nuts before baking. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat as needed.