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Easy Pumpkin Cake Recipe

Pumpkin Dessert with Yellow Cake Mix

A simple and delicious pumpkin dessert made with yellow cake mix, featuring a rich, creamy pumpkin filling topped with a crumbly cake mix crust. Perfect for autumn celebrations or a cozy night in.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  4. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin mixture.
  5. Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much of it as possible.
  6. If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool before serving. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Author: Lara Grimes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Pumpkin, Dessert, Yellow Cake Mix, Fall, Baking