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Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe

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This Pumpkin Dump Cake is a deliciously simple fall dessert featuring a smooth spiced pumpkin layer topped with a buttery yellow cake crust and crunchy nuts. Perfect for a cozy gathering, this easy-to-make cake combines warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors with the comforting taste of pumpkin, baked to golden perfection in one dish.

Ingredients

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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

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent the cake from sticking.
  2. Mix Pumpkin Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
  3. Layer Pumpkin Mixture: Evenly spread the pumpkin mixture across the base of the prepared baking dish to create a smooth layer.
  4. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer without stirring, ensuring a uniform crust once baked.
  5. Add Nuts and Butter: Scatter the chopped pecans or walnuts evenly on top of the cake mix, then drizzle the melted butter over everything to enrich the topping and encourage browning.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and the mixture beneath is bubbly.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly for easier serving. Enjoy it warm, optionally paired with whipped cream or your favorite ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts for pecans depending on preference.
  • Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
  • Ensure the pumpkin mixture is smooth to avoid lumps in the cake.
  • Do not stir the cake mix into the pumpkin layer; it should remain as a topping layer.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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