This Pumpkin Dump Cake is infused with pumpkin, spice, and everything nice! It’s the classic Fall treat you’ll want on repeat all season long. And with a spice cake mix shortcut, it’s so quick and easy to make!
Pumpkin Dump Cake
Harvest is in the air, Fall is finally here, and that means it’s time to let loose and enjoy some dreamy Pumpkin Dump Cake!
That’s right… this Pumpkin Dump Cake with Spice Cake Mix is pure pumpkin perfection. It’s both ridiculously easy to make, and irresistibly scrumptious!!
Barb writes: "We make this for Thanksgiving every year! We've made believers of those who don't care for pumpkin pie but they love this dessert!"
This decadent layered dessert is the perfect blend of dreamy pumpkin flavor paired with cozy Autumn spices.
It’s an absolute Fall must-have! And thanks to canned pumpkin and a box of spice cake mix, it’s such a cinch to make!
The only question will be… to devour it warm, or serve it chilled!
Just like in ‘The Three Bears’… some like it hot, and some like it cold.
So you can either serve it warm with vanilla ice cream on top, or serve it chilled with whip cream on top… okay and maybe a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, too! 🙂
The choice is yours!
This dump cake recipe is so simple to make, and always the hit of the party.
You’ll also love serving up this delightful Apple Pecan Dump Cake, too!
So are you ready for the ultimate dreamy Fall treat? Trust me… it’s delish!
Here’s what you’ll need to make yours…
Related: 21 Pumpkin Recipes to Make This Fall!
Pumpkin Dump Cake Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake!
Check your cupboards, pantry, and fridge… or add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Pure Pumpkin Puree
- Brown Sugar
- White Sugar
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – store bought or homemade Pumpkin Spice
- Eggs
- Evaporated Milk
- Butter
- Spice Cake Mix
- Optional: Chopped Pecans
You’ll also need a 9×13 baking dish to get the job done.
What Can I Substitute for Spice Cake Mix?
Unable to find a spice cake mix? Try this easy substitute!
Simply use a Yellow Cake Mix, and whisk in the following…
- 1 3/4 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Ginger
- 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. Ground Cloves
Now you’ve got a spice cake mix ready to go! So easy, right?
How to Make Pumpkin Dump Cake with Cake Mix
So now that you’ve rounded up your ingredients, it’s time to make this Fall fan-favorite cake!
You won’t believe how simple this is to make!
1. Start by spraying your 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Then mix the pumpkin, Brown Sugar, White Sugar & Pumpkin Spice together in a mixing bowl.
3. Once everything is combined, add in the Eggs and stir.
4. Then, while stirring, drizzle in the Evaporated Milk.
5. Take your mixture and spread it out into the baking dish.
6. To make the crumble topping, simply combine the dry Spice Cake Mix and Melted Butter in bowl, and stir.
7. Then sprinkle cake/butter crumble mixture over pumpkin layer in dish.
8. At this point, you can also choose to top the crumble topping with the optional pecan pieces.
9. Finally, drizzle the remaining melted butter on top and bake in the oven per the instructions in the recipe card below.
10. Allow your dump cake to cool a bit after baking, then serve it up.
Enjoy & DEVOUR!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How to Serve Pumpkin Dump Cake
This delicious dessert can be served straight from your 9×13 baking dish!
Simply spoon out portions into small bowls, and top with whip cream or a side of vanilla ice cream.
YUM!
How to Store Leftovers
Leftovers can be stored in the pan covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 – 4 days.
Fall Dump Cake Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are a few of my favorite tasty Fall dump cake variations…
- Pumpkin Angel Food Cake (made with angel food)
- Cinnamon Apple Angel Food Dump Cake (made with angel food)
- Apple Spice Dump Cake (made with apple pie filling)
- Caramel Apple Dump Cake (made with apples and caramel)
- Cranberry Apple Dump Cake (made with both apple pie filling and cranberries)
Pumpkin Dump Cake Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe…
Ellen writes: “Easy and great tasting”
Laura writes: “I have been making this for a few years and not just during the Fall. :)”
Jessica writes: “So so so yummy!! Serve with some hot tea and a game with the family. It’s just perfect.”
Heather writes: “Delicious!!”
Tomi writes: “It’s so simple and quick to make.”
Angie writes: “So yummy!!! We make this every Fall!!”
Barb writes: “We make this for Thanksgiving every year! We’ve made believers of those who don’t care for pumpkin pie but they love this dessert!”
Doris writes: “Yum. Love this recipe!”
LouAnn writes: “I made this for Thanksgiving. It was really good!”
Jessica writes: “Love it. Perfect easy recipe! Thanks!”
Elizabeth writes: “This is my favorite dessert – here are some ways I lighten it up: egg whites, fat free evaporated milk, and just a handful of pecans.”
Erin writes: “I use the butter yellow mix sometimes and it is so good!”
Kelly writes: “I have celiac disease and have made with yellow and white Gluten-Free cake mix.”
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 30 oz. Pure Pumpkin Puree, (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 3/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup White Sugar
- 2 tsp. Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 3 large Eggs, (lightly beaten)
- 12 oz. Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup Butter, (melted)
- 13.25 oz. Betty Crocker Spice Cake Mix box*
- 3/4 cup Chopped Pecans, (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In large mixing bowl, combine Pumpkin, Brown Sugar, White Sugar, and Pumpkin Pie Spice and stir with a large spoon until well combined.
- Then add in the eggs, and continue stirring until all is combined.
- Now slowly drizzle in Evaporated Milk, while continuing to stir.
- Evenly spread out Pumpkin Pie Mixture in baking dish.
- In medium mixing bowl, combine dry Spice Cake Mix and 3/4 cup melted Butter, and stir until crumbly. (Break up any large chunks into small crumbles with spoon or your fingers.)
- Sprinkle crumble mixture evenly over pumpkin layer in baking dish.
- Optional: Then evenly sprinkle pecan pieces on top of the crumble mixture.
- Drizzle the top evenly with the remaining 1/4 cup of melted Butter.
- Bake for 50 - 60 minutes, or until done.
- Allow cake to cool for at least 1 hour prior to serving.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream... OR transfer cooled cake to refrigerator for a few hours, and serve chilled with whip cream on top!
- Storage Tip: Leftovers can be stored in the pan covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 - 4 days.
Notes
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Great recipe, cannot wait to try it, I might experiment with some other spices in there as well.
ENJOY!!
This looks yum! I haven’t tried any pumpkin slice desserts, can’t wait to try this out!
You will love it, Jade… ENJOY! 🙂
Wow this looks extra delicious my friend! I love pumpkin especially in delicious baked goods like this.
Thanks, Christie… it really is such a tasty treat you’ll want to have on repeat! 🙂
Just pinned this! I’m going to make it soon. I’m always on the hunt for brunch recipes!
Aww… thanks, Danielle! It is such a cozy Fall treat, and would be perfect to serve up as something sweet at a brunch! You will LOVE it! 🙂
I need to make this right now! It looks so good and you know what’s funny I’ve never made a baked pumpkin good before but this seems so simple and delicious!!!
It is amazing, Christie… almost like a pumpkin crumble or upside down pumpkin pie. Enjoy!! 🙂