Simple Pumpkin Dump Cake (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy pumpkin layer with spiced cake topping baked golden for an effortless fall dessert packed with warm flavors.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Pumpkin Mixture

01 - 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin purée
02 - 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
03 - 3 large eggs
04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
08 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Topping

09 - 1 box yellow cake mix (approximately 15.25 oz)
10 - 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
11 - ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Thoroughly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth and homogenous.
03 - Evenly pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading as necessary.
04 - Sprinkle dry yellow cake mix uniformly over the pumpkin layer, covering the entire surface.
05 - Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much area as possible to ensure even baking and a crisp texture.
06 - Optionally sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the top for added texture and flavor.
07 - Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is firm to touch.
08 - Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for enhanced richness.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For best flavor and texture, serve warm and consider topping with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.