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Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake with Butter Pecan Topping

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This incredibly easy pumpkin dump cake features a silky, spiced pumpkin layer topped with a buttery, crunchy pecan crust. Made with a box of butter pecan cake mix, it’s a crowd-pleasing fall dessert that comes together in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) butter pecan cake mix
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt until completely smooth and uniform.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Tap the dish gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer. Do NOT stir. Use your fingers or a fork to spread it into an even, crumbly layer.
  5. Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix layer in a zigzag pattern to distribute evenly.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top (if using).
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly. If the top browns too quickly, tent with aluminum foil after 30 minutes.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

Let the cake cool for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set. Use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. The butter pecan cake mix is key; do not substitute with sugar-free or reduced-sugar mixes. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix and add extra pecans.

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