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Pumpkin Dump Cake

I love the idea of 'dump' cakes. Quick and easy. However, I'm not thrilled with all the butter and sugars so I played around with a couple of recipes until I found what I believed was a 'lighter' version. I've made both versions and honestly can't tell the difference. I hope that you really enjoy it.

Pumpkin Dump Cake
(recipe adapted from: Tablespoon and Cookies & Cups)

1 15 oz can Pumpkin Puree
1 10 oz can Evaporated Milk
1/2 cup firmly packed Light Brown Sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 stick of unsalted butter (melted)
1 box Yellow Cake Mix
2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup chopped walnuts


Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Spray a 9x13 baking pan lightly with cooking spray.

Mix together in a large bowl the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, applesauce and spices. Stir to combine. Pour into your prepared pan. Sprinkle the entire box of cake mix on top. DO NOT MIX.

Sprinkle the nuts on the top of the cake layer. Again, please do not mix. Then finally pour the melted butter evenly over the top.

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes.. Or until the center is set and the edges are nicely browned.

Serve with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.