Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake Recipe
This easy and delicious Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake combines the rich flavors of pumpkin pie with the convenience of a dump cake. Featuring a spiced pumpkin filling topped with a buttery spice cake crust, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy dessert any time of year. Ready in under an hour with minimal effort, this pumpkin pie dump cake is a crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with whipped cream.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Pumpkin Filling
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Topping
- 1 box spice cake mix (about 18 oz)
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, melted
Optional
- Whipped cream for topping
- Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour into Baking Dish: Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it out smoothly.
- Add the Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry spice cake mix over the pumpkin filling. Do not stir; simply cover the pumpkin layer with the dry cake mix.
- Pour Melted Butter: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix layer. This will help the cake mix bake into a golden, crusty topping.
- Bake the Dump Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cake uncovered for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pumpkin pie dump cake to cool slightly before serving. Top with whipped cream if desired for an extra creamy touch.
Notes
- Do not stir the cake mix into the pumpkin mixture once in the dish; the layering is what gives the dump cake its classic texture.
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt level, or substitute with salted butter if preferred, adjusting sugar accordingly.
- For a stronger spice flavor, consider adding 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger or nutmeg to the pumpkin filling.
- Letting the cake cool for at least 15 minutes helps it set and makes serving easier.
- This recipe can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator; reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10 of cake)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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