Pumpkin Cake Mix Dessert
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this easy and irresistible Pumpkin Cake Mix Dessert. This recipe transforms a few pantry staples into a rich and decadent treat featuring creamy pumpkin puree, spiced with warm pumpkin pie seasoning, and topped with a buttery, golden-yellow cake mix crust. A sprinkling of chopped pecans or walnuts adds the perfect crunch to every bite, making it a dessert that's both satisfying and easy to assemble in just 10 minutes. Ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy nights in, this versatile dessert can be enjoyed warm, chilled, or at room temperature, especially when paired with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfectly suited for fall celebrations and Thanksgiving tables, this Pumpkin Cake Mix Dessert combines convenience and flavor in one unforgettable dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 12 oz evaporated milk
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin mixture, ensuring full coverage.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix layer.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts evenly on top for added texture and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
Remove the dessert from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. It pairs well with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added richness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.0 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 766 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 2835 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 528.2 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 349.4 g | ||
| Protein | 77.4 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 1700 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2893 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
