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Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe

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A simple and delicious Pumpkin Dump Cake recipe featuring a smooth pumpkin base topped with yellow cake mix, crunchy nuts, and melted butter, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for a fall dessert served with whipped cream or ice cream.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 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 and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Pumpkin Base: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and well blended.
  3. Layer Pumpkin Mixture: Evenly spread the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
  4. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer, making sure not to stir it in. This creates the cake topping texture.
  5. Add Nuts and Butter: Scatter chopped pecans or walnuts evenly on top of the cake mix. Drizzle the melted butter over the nuts and cake mix to create a rich, golden crust during baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbly around the edges.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream for added indulgence.

Notes

  • Ensure not to stir the cake mix into the pumpkin layer; sprinkling it on top helps create the signature texture.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
  • Let the cake cool slightly before slicing to help it set properly.
  • Serving warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream enhances the flavor and texture.
  • Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for best results.

Keywords: Pumpkin Dump Cake, Pumpkin Dessert, Easy Pumpkin Cake, Fall Dessert, Quick Pumpkin Recipe

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