Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with this easy Fall Pumpkin Dump Cake. This delightful dessert combines rich pumpkin puree with warm spices, topped with a moist yellow cake mix and buttery goodness. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat on a chilly evening, serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an irresistible experience that captures the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and water until smooth.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pumpkin mixture without stirring.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix layer.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; enjoy warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For a richer flavor, consider using fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned. - Customize your dump cake by adding chocolate chips or varying the types of nuts used. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat in the microwave as needed.