This pumpkin dump cake is a simple dessert with layers of creamy pumpkin spiced filling and sweet crumble topping that preps in minutes. This seasonal cake offers sweet flavors from cake mix and spices that make it a perfect treat for fall gatherings.
Love an easy dump cake recipe? From peach dump cake in the summer to apple dump cake in the fall, these will be your new go-to dessert.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: Just dump, bake and go! It couldn’t be any simpler to make this pumpkin recipe!
- Flavorful: Full of pumpkin pie spice and seasonal flavor, it has the texture of pumpkin pie but with a crumble topping and no bottom crust, it’s even easier than my favorite pumpkin crunch cake.
- Perfect fall dessert: Full of seasonal flavor, it’s the perfect pumpkin dessert for Thanksgiving and beyond!
- Versatile: Make this cake in the crockpot for a hands off dessert or in a Dutch oven while camping. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream and it becomes the best finish to a holiday meal!
How to Make
In a large bowl whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, brown sugar and pumpkin spice.
Pour pumpkin mixture into prepared 9 x 13-inch baking dish then dump the cake mix over the top. Slice cold butter into thin pieces and evenly place over the top. Add pecans, walnuts or graham crackers to top of the cake mix.
Bake for 45 minutes at 350°F or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe Variations
- Serving: Instead of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream, garnish easy pumpkin dump cake recipe with a drizzle of caramel sauce and sprinkle of cinnamon or toffee bits.
- Add mini chocolate chips: For a pumpkin chocolate chip variation, sprinkle cake with chocolate chips instead of pecans or grahams.
- Cake mix: Instead of yellow cake mix try pumpkin pie spice cake mix or a homemade vanilla cake mix!
- Warm spices: Instead of pumpkin pie spice, use ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ginger and cloves.
Storage Instructions
While this pumpkin dump cake is best served warm, leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 15-30 seconds until warmed through.
To freeze, divide leftovers into individual portions in freezer safe containers. Thaw overnight and enjoy cold or reheat in the microwave for a warm slice.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 28 ounces pumpkin puree , 1 large can
- 16 ounce can evaporated milk
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 18 ounce box yellow cake mix
- 12 Tablespoons butter , cold
- ½ cup chopped pecans , or graham crackers (optional)
For serving: vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13" pan.
- In a large bowl whisk together the pumpkin, milk, eggs, brown sugar and pumpkin spice. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
- Dump the cake mix over the pumpkin mixture. Then slice the butter into thin pieces (about 24 pieces) over the top. I place 6 rows of butter across the top and 4 down, so it melts evenly. Top with nuts or graham crackers if desired.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool atleast 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Peach: Use 2 cans undrained sliced peaches in heavy syrup. Or use 1 can sliced peaches and 1 can crushed pineapple.
- Apple: Use 2 cans apple pie filling and top with chopped nuts. You can also use homemade apple pie filling if preferred.
- Blueberry: Use 2 cans blueberry pie filling or 4 cups fresh blueberries + 1/2 cup sugar.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: American, Cake + Cupcakes, Desserts, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian
This pumpkin cake was so easy!! My family gobbled it up and now they’re already asking me to make it again. :)
Such an easy and delicious pumpkin cake! Thanks for the recipe!
This pumpkin dump cake is so good! I love how easy it is too and perfect for the Fall and Holiday season when all the pumpkin desserts come out.