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    Home » Seasonal » Thanksgiving » Pumpkin Dump Cake

    Pumpkin Dump Cake

    by Lainey · Posted: Sep 30, 2015 · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    pumpkin dump cake in a shot glass

    Dump Cake?! Don’t let the name of the recipe fool you, Pumpkin Dump Cake is like biting into fall.  You’re maybe wondering why it’s called “dump cake” and here’s the reason why:  You’re basically taking all the ingredients, dumping into a large bowl, dumping it into a pan, then baking it.  Hence the name Pumpkin DUMP Cake. 😀

    And what’s really neat, if you are baking this for a party, you don’t even need to wait for it too cool because my friend Melanie from YouTube  made an amazing carrier for the dessert!  (And you can learn how to make it too!)
    pumpkin dump cake in a shot glass

    freshly baked pumpkin dump cake

    Tips and Tricks for Making This Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe: 

    • If you do not have canned pumpkins, you can make your own version by cooking it until soft and mash it finely.
    • Are you having a lot of guests for Thanksgiving? Make this as a Pumpkin Dump Cake bars or put it in shot glasses.

    How to Make this Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe:

    Gather the ingredients for this Pumpkin Dump Cake.

    • canned pumpkin
    • sugar
    • evaporated milk
    • eggs
    • salt
    • pumpkin pie spice
    • yellow cake mix
    • pecans, chopped
    • butter, melted

    Once the ingredients are all ready, let’s begin!

    First, let us preheat oven to 350F and grease 9×13 inch pan

    In a large bowl add the pumpkin, sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, salt, and mix very well:

    mixing the sugar, pumpkin, eggs for the pumpkin dump cake  recipe

    Next, add the pumpkin pie spice and mix well:

    adding the pumpkin spice to the egg and sugar mixture

    The pumpkin batter should look like this:

    pumpkin puree batter

    Next pour the cake mix onto the pumpkin batter and spread evenly:

    spreading the cake mix on top of the pumpkin puree

    Then pour the batter into the pan and add the pecans and then pour the melted butter all over the cake making sure it’s spread evenly and bake for 55-60 minutes:

    putting the melted butter and chopped pecans on topServe immediately:

    pumpkin dump cake in a shot glass

     

    freshly baked pumpkin dump cake in a baking dish

    Pumpkin dump cake step by step guide

    Frequently Asked Questions for the Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe:

    Q: How many servings would this recipe do?

    A: This delicious and easy pumpkin dump cake recipe could make12-16 slices, depending on how big your slices are.

    Q: Can I use my own pumpkin puree for this recipe?

    A: Yes you can. The fresher it is, the better. although most of the time it is more convenient to use those canned pumpkins.

    Q: Can I use any brand of cake mix for this recipe?

    A: Yes, you can use any brand, whatever is available in your area or any of your favorite cake mix brands.

    pumpkin dump cake step by step guide
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    Pumpkin Dump Cake

    A delicious dessert called Pumpkin Dump cake is so easy to make and perfect for a quick Thanksgiving dessert!
    Course: Dessert
    Author: Lainey

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans pumpkin 15 oz
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 can evaporated milk 12 oz
    • 3 eggs
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 1 box yellow cake mix
    • 1 cup pecans chopped
    • ¾ cup butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350F and grease 9x13 inch pan
    • In a large bowl add the pumpkin, sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, salt, and pumpkin pie spice and mix very well. Then pour the batter into the pan.
    • Next pour the cake mix onto the pumpkin batter and spread evenly. Next add the pecans and then pour the melted butter all over the cake making sure it's spread evenly.
    • Bake for 55-60 minutes.
    • Serve immediately
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    1. karen says

      October 06, 2015 at 7:09 am

      Love this and was wondering can i use fat free stuff in here because i had bypass surgery and have to use fatfree things ? please if you have any more recipes that one can use fatfree things in please post them !thanks again love this site!

      Reply
      • Lainey says

        December 02, 2015 at 8:28 pm

        HI Karen! So sorry for the late reply! I will definitely put that on my list! And of course you’ll be able to use fat free ingredients! I’m so happy that you had a successful bypass surgery! Take care <3 <3 Hope you are having a wonderful day!

        Reply
    2. Ravi sahu says

      December 19, 2017 at 9:55 pm

      I really love pumpkin cake. and i must make it tonight, it’s really going to be awesome in taste.You have really done a nice job. As you have shared the best things for me. Even this recipes can be made in busy time also. It’s really special for me. thanks for sharing it here on this site.

      Reply
      • Lainey says

        July 09, 2019 at 7:17 pm

        Awww Hi Ravi! I am so touched by your kind words! Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Bonnie says

      November 13, 2018 at 5:59 pm

      Wow! I need this recipe!

      Reply
      • Lainey says

        July 09, 2019 at 7:18 pm

        Thank Boni! Go grab it and tag me on social media when you make this!

        Reply

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