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Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake with Crumbly Streusel Topping

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This easy pumpkin dump cake with crumbly streusel topping is a quick and delicious fall dessert that turns pumpkin skeptics into believers. With a soft, custard-like pumpkin layer and a buttery, crunchy streusel topping, it’s perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or cozy weeknights.

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
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (without pudding)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)

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, combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Whisk until smooth and fully combined (about 2 minutes).
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
  4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer. Break up any clumps with your fingers.
  5. If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the cake mix layer.
  6. Pour the melted butter evenly over the entire surface. Do not stir.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set (no longer jiggly). If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  8. Cool for at least 20 minutes before serving. For cleaner slices, cool for 1 hour.

Notes

For best results, use 100% pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling). Let the cake cool completely for clean slices. The cake tastes even better the next day. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with melted coconut oil or plant-based butter, and use full-fat canned coconut milk instead of evaporated milk.

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