Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake (no cake mix!)

Name: Easy Pumpkin Dump Cake (no cake mix)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 15 oz. can pure pumpkin puree ((not pumpkin pie filling!)); 12 oz. can evaporated milk; 3 eggs; 3/4 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 tsp. pumpkin pie spice; 2 1/3 cup flour; 1 1/4 cup sugar; 1 Tbsp. baking powder; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1 cup butter, melted

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This cake mix free easy Pumpkin Dump Cake combines a soft pumpkin custard bottom with a delicious from scratch buttery topping to create a totally moreish dessert!

a slice of pumpkin dump cake with whipped cream on top

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I’ve never really been a huge fan of pumpkin pie. But other pumpkin desserts? Well, that’s another
story!

And this Pumpkin Dump Cake, sometimes also called Pumpkin Crunch Cake, is one of my all-time favorite pumpkin recipes.

What Makes This Recipe Special

No cake mix needed. Most pumpkin dump cake recipes call for a yellow or spice cake mix. My recipe replaces the cake mix with just four simple ingredients, making it cheaper and healthier!
It’s budget-friendly. Making your own cake mix makes this pumpkin dump cake cheaper than other similar recipes. And since the ingredients are simple and inexpensive overall, it’s a great budget dessert recipe.
It’s quick and easy to mix up. You only need 10 minutes of prep time to get this ready to pop into the oven.
It’s delicious! The combination of the pumpkin custard with the crunchy, buttery topping is just so tasty!

ingredients needed to make pumpkin dump cake

Ingredients For Pumpkin Dump Cake with No Cake Mix

Pure Pumpkin Puree. You can make your own pumpkin puree or use store-bought. In fact, pureed cooked butternut squash will work too. Just make sure to not use pumpkin pie filling!
Evaporated Milk. Half and half or whipping cream can be used instead if preferred.
Eggs.
Sugar.
Salt.
Pumpkin Pie Spice.
Flour. I use all-purpose flour.
Baking Powder.
Butter. Salted or unsalted butter will work fine.

How to Make the Best Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe

three image collage mixing the ingredients for the pumpkin dump cake

STEP 1: Whisk together the cake ingredients.

STEP 2: Pour into a greased 9×13 baking dish.

mixing the drying ingredients for pumpkin dump cake and pouring it in the dish

STEP 3: In the same bowl, combine all of the topping ingredients except the butter.

STEP 4: Sprinkle the topping on in an even layer. Then drizzle the melted butter on top.

STEP 5: Bake for 45 to 60 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool completely before serving.

scooping a slice of pumpkin dump cake out of the baking dish

Expert Tips and FAQs

Add Nuts. If desired, add up to 1 cup of chopped pecans on top of the cake layer before drizzling the butter.

Serving Ideas. While this dump cake is delicious on its own, you can top it with vanilla ice cream or homemade whipped cream to make it extra special. If you love caramel, you could even drizzle it with caramel sauce or syrup too.

Boxed Cake Mix. You can use a store-bought yellow cake mix in place of the dry ingredients in the cake topping, if you prefer.

Why is it called a dump cake?

Unlike a traditional cake, all of the ingredients are “dumped” together without having to mix in a certain order or steps.

Is a dump cake like a cobbler?

The major difference is that most dump cakes use a cake mix, while a cobbler is topped with a mixture that is more doughy, similar to pie crusts or biscuits.

How do I store leftover pumpkin dump cake?

Store leftover pumpkin dump cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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