Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this irresistibly easy Pumpkin Pecan Dump Cake—a dessert that combines the creamy richness of pumpkin pie with the buttery crunch of pecan-studded cake. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave autumnal comfort, this recipe requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor. A spiced pumpkin filling, laced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, forms the base, while a layer of yellow cake mix is drizzled with melted butter and topped with pecans for a crisp, golden topping. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing dessert bakes itself to perfection in under an hour and can be served warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Pumpkin Pecan Dump Cake is the ultimate easy fall dessert recipe to sweeten your season.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set it aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin mixture, spreading it out into an even layer. Do not stir.
Melt the butter and drizzle it evenly over the dry cake mix layer.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly across the top of the cake.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the layers to fully set.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Calories |
4846 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 246.9 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.5 g | 403% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 828 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 641.0 g | 233% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 452.3 g | ||
| Protein | 83.8 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 1773 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3146 mg | 67% | |
*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.