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Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake with Pecan Crumble

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A ridiculously simple fall dessert made by layering pumpkin filling and a pecan crumble topping in a 9×13 pan. Minimal effort, maximum flavor—perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar (for topping)
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Tap dish gently to release air bubbles.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine yellow cake mix, chopped pecans, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Stir with a fork. Pour melted butter over the mixture and stir until it resembles coarse, wet sand.
  5. Sprinkle the pecan crumble topping evenly over the pumpkin filling. Do not press down.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. If topping browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil after 30 minutes.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for another 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Toast pecans in a dry skillet for 3-4 minutes before using for best flavor. Let cake cool completely to allow filling to set. Cake tastes even better the next day. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and evaporated milk with full-fat coconut milk.

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