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Cozy Pumpkin Dump Cake with Pecans

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A simple, comforting autumn dessert made by layering cake mix, pumpkin puree, spices, pecans, and melted butter in a single pan. This easy ‘dump’ cake requires no mixing bowls and delivers a moist, spiced center with a crispy, golden topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or spice cake mix)
  • 1 can (15 oz) 100% pure pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 0.5 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • Optional: Brown sugar for extra crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Sprinkle the entire box of dry cake mix evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Spoon the pumpkin mixture evenly over the cake mix layer, spreading it to cover completely.
  6. Scatter the pecan halves evenly over the pumpkin layer.
  7. Slowly drizzle the melted butter over the entire surface of the cake.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Ensure butter is melted but not boiling hot to prevent curdling the eggs. For extra flavor, toast pecans in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding. The cake can be assembled the night before and refrigerated; add 5-10 minutes to baking time if baking from cold. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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