Pumpkin Pie Dump Cake gets it's name by dumping the ingredients into the baking dish. It is like a pumpkin pie and a spice cake all in one!
PUMPKIN PIE DUMP CAKE
Dump Cake. Such an attractive name for a dessert, don't you think? Nothing makes you want to dig in more than hearing the word "Dump." Mmm. Mmm. Mmm. Ok, ok, so I'm being sarcastic. But it really isn't the prettiest name for a really good (and of course, easy!) dessert. And truthfully, it's not the prettiest dessert either. I'm not exactly selling this recipe to you, am I? Ha!
WHY IS IT CALLED "DUMP CAKE?"
The name Dump Cake actually comes from the fact that you are "dumping" almost all the ingredients in a bowl to mix and then you "dump" dry cake mix on top before baking. Dump cakes are easy to make but full of flavor. I feel like I use that word "easy" a lot. But that is a big part of how I cook. I like easy. I like quick. I like things that aren't a lot of fuss.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR PUMPKIN DUMP CAKE: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)
- canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
- evaporated milk
- eggs
- sugar
- ground cinnamon
- spice cake mix
- butter
HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN DUMP CAKE:
Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. I like to use the kind that has flour in it. It works great. In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar and cinnamon until well-combined. It will be very liquid-y.
Pour this mixture into a baking dish.
Sprinkle dry cake mix on top of pumpkin mixture.
Take melted butter and drizzle all over the top. Bake for about 55-60 minutes. It might still be just a bit jiggly in the middle when done. It will continue to set up as it cools.
Let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.Be sure to refrigerate any leftovers. I like to heat each piece up in the microwave for a few seconds before serving since I enjoy eating it warm.
Dollop each serving with a bit of whipped cream and a candy pumpkin (if you're feeling festive)!
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PUMPKIN PIE DUMP CAKE
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie mix)
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar and cinnamon until well-combined. It will be very liquid-y.
- Pour this pumpkin mixture into the baking dish.
- Sprinkle dry cake mix on top of pumpkin mixture.
- Drizzle melted butter over the top.
- Bake for about 55-60 minutes.
- It might still be just a bit jiggly in the middle when done. It will continue to set up as it cools.
- Let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Notes
- Dollop each serving with a bit of whipped cream.
- Refrigerate any leftovers.
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Originally published: October 2012
Updated & republished: August 2019
Donna Sharp
Just one word... OMGAWD! This "Dump Cake" is the best one I have seen thus far and I have seen many and tried some too. Wasn't a fan! They were way too sweet for me, but I can adjust the sugar in the pumpkin mixture with this one. I actually can't wait to try it.
Donna Sharp
For those people who can't find spice cake mix in their area, just use a yellow cake and add pumpkin pie spices to it. I would put at least one teaspoon of cinnamon and ginger, half teaspoon of nutmeg and a quarter teaspoon of cloves or double the amount if you like a spicier spice cake. Just a suggestion!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Absolutely! There are certainly ways to customize to your own liking for sure!
Wanda Burris
So easy and delicious !
SueV.
This was delicious! Easy to make alternative to pumpkin pie. Will definitely make again!
menkens
I made yesterday for a book club @ Church and came home with a small piece left! Very well received ...
* used a spice cake mix which did have pudding in it -- subbed pumpkin pie spice (2t) for the cinnamon and very thinly sliced the butter before placing on top of the cake mix
* used a smaller glass casserole -- 9x12 @ top tapering down about 1" in both directions
Donna Sharp
Thanks for letting people know that you can use the butter without melting it. Less dishes to wash is better.
Sheila
Soooooo good!
Linda
I've made this about eight times just in the last two months. I think I eat more of it than I do giving it away. Slices always hide how much I've consumed from the pan. AMAZING!!!! A repeat recipe for sure. I searched five stores in my town for spice cake. Finally used yellow cake mix with spices. Still, AMAZING!!! Thank you.
Ferah
Just took mine out of the oven! Smells great! The stores didn’t have yellow or spice cake so I just used a white cake and added the spices that go in a spice cake. Hope it works out
Eraina
So easy and delicious! My husband couldn’t wait for the photo! Will make for Thanksgiving!
Amanda Wehling
The pumpkin Pie dump cake is a family favorite . I have even used sweetener instead of sugar since my dad is diabetic . this one year I went to a family reunion and I made it up for the reunion got home I didn't have that much to take home. and I was the only one that had a pumpkin pie .
instead of using cinnamon I use pumpkin pie spice
Ginny
Absolutely wonderful!! Love it!
Wendy
Can I use margarine instead of butter
Janice
I have made this cake for years. It is just like eating pumpkin pie without the heavy crust. Everyone loves it.
Gayle
Delicious! Serve warm with cool whip! Amazing
Brandi
Simple and amazing!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Thanks so much Brandi
Desiree
My sister gave a bunch of pumpkin pie mix. Can I used that instead of pumpkin puree?
Gayle
Yes
Kris
So, being type2 diabetic, I used 1 cup of Truvia in place of the sugar and I used a sugarfree white cake mix. I added pumpkin pie spice to the cake mix. The cake mix still has carbs but I greatly reduced the intake by using a sugar substitute. Came out AMAZING!
Darcy Jane
Gunna have to try the lower cal version!! Then I can make it more and not feel like I'm off the charts with my eating.. Thanks Kris
Gkp
Can we skip the eggs to make this eggless ? Thanks
Brandie @ The Country Cook
I don't believe so. You could try but I would hate for you to go through all that and it doesn't turn out right...
Gerald Gleason
I'm not a cook or a baker, but this was very easy to make, can't wait to taste it
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Love hearing that Gerald! Hope everyone loved it!
Lisa g.
My Mother always used sweetened condensed milk instead of evaporated milk in her pumpkin pies. Can the same be done here with this recipe? Thank you!
Donna
It would change the consistency dramatically and you would also have to omit the sugar. You could add a little milk or cream to the batter to thin it out. Start with a quarter cup and then add a tablespoon at a time to get the pumpkin pie, loose consistency. I know that you asked this almost 2 years ago, but I thought that I would give you a suggestion anyway.
Melissa
Can you make this ahead of time and freeze??? If so, how do you suggest I’d wrap it and how would I reheat?
Kaye Grant
Now that companies are putting only 15 ounces in boxes of cake mix now (rather than the usual l8 or so) how does this affect the cake. Should additional flour or cake mix be added to accomodate the other indredients.
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Hi Kaye, they changed those sizes years ago. This recipe was tested with the 15 oz cake mix size.
Shelly
Could you do this n a crockpot?
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Hi Shelly! You should be able to! I haven't tested the timing on it though so you may have to play with that a little.
Darcy Jane
This is always a winner!!! I like to add chopped pecans to the top before pouring the melted butter over..
Also, my family likes it spicey so I add powered cloves and alspice to the wet mixture along with the cinnamon;;
So good the next morning with coffee!!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
I am with you - love chopped pecans too! Great addition! Thank you so much Darcy Jane!
Samantha
I made this a few weeks back. It is absolutely AMAZING!! Couple of things......
1) I used pumpkin pie spice in place of the cinnamon.
2) When I got it out of the oven, the top was crunchy in spots, especially around the edges. Should it be that way or did I do something wrong?
I most definitely will be making this again!!!! I was thinking about making it tonight but I think 11:30 p.m. is a bit too late for more baking!
Rose
great Thanksgiving dessert so easy
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Thank you Rose!
Rebecca Black
Great recipe and very easy to make!! Always a huge crowd pleaser!!
Denise
My husband and I loved this dump cake. It's so delicious i see myself bake this many times.
Ann Gehrlein
I made this and loved it as did my family. I was doing a little thinking and wondering if I could ditch the Thanksgiving pumpkin pie. I thought about dividing the ingredients between two 8 inch pie pans and baking them about thirty to thirty-five minutes.What do you think, feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Carey
I made this dump cake while company was visiting. Everyone commented on how the entire house smelled wonderful and they couldn’t wait to try it. All the men had 2 helpings and the women all asked for the recipe. I followed the recipe except I added an additional 1/2 stick of butter and topped the cake with chopped sugared pecans. I served the cake slightly warm with butter pecan ice cream and whipped cream. This recipe is a keeper!!!
Judy
Can you use any other boxed cake mix ?
Tricia
I made this with a yellow cake mix and added a little pumpkin pie spice. Delicious!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Woo hoo! Thanks so much Tricia!!
Nicole
I didn't see the refrigerate instructions at the bottom of the post. I read everything else but didn't see that. I made it last night and stuck it covered in the cool oven . A friend said pumpkin pie has to be refrigerated. I then went back and re read your post. It was left out from 9pm-8am. It was still hot when I put it away. Would you say toss it? Or do you think it's ok? Thanks
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Hi Nicole! You should be fine! Just pop it into your fridge now. 🙂
Kimberly O’Donoghue
Fabulously delicious and easy!
Debbie
Delicious! I've made this many times!
Susan
This looks to be a great recipe but...I’m a Brit and live in northern Portugal. We have few to none ready cake mixes, and to be truthful I prefer making things from scratch. Please can’t you tell me what amount and type of cake I might use? Is it a type of simple sponge, eg 6oz flour, 6oz sugar and 6 oz butter beaten together with 2 or 3 eggs but with added spices?
Thank you in advance!
Shirley
This cake is easy peasy even though its not even near the Holiday's JUNE 2nd 2019 but it looks so good and I had all he ingredients I went ahead. Very good cake will make it again closer to Thanksgiving..
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Shirley - I am the same way! I don't even care if pumpkin is a "fall" thing. Sometimes you just want what you want - ha! Thank you so much for commenting!
Lisa
It should be refrigerated (anything with milk, eggs, or cream should be refrigerated)
Jo
Dies this have to be refrigerated if made ahead of time?
Lisa
yes, it should be refrigerated - anything containing milk, eggs, or cream should be refrigerated
Jennifer
Have made this several times and absolutely love it!!! Do you think I could make it in muffin tins for individual servings? Would the bake time change?
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Ya know, I have never tried it as muffins. You would definitely need to adjust baking time. If you give it a try, I'd love to hear how it turns out for you!
Adele Aiken
Can this be baked and then frozen?
Amanda Wehling
This is my family favorite dessert. And I got the recipe from my church.and every Thanksgiving and Christmas I make it up. And tried it with pumpkin pie spice and that way is good as well. Had a family reunion the one year I made it up and came home with a few pieces. If you need a sugar free dessert I can make it up both ways. .
Kim
It turned out AMAZING! I will certainly be adding to my fall repertoire!
Linda LeCompte
I decided to mix all the ingredients and added some raisins and poured the batter in a baking dish and bqked it for 50 minutes. Came out delicious.
judy
Came out really well! Thanks for an easy & quick recipe!
Kara
Can you use spiced cake with pudding in the mix?
LC
This is for sure so quick and easy. I simply added less sugar in the pumpkin mix. It'has been hard to find spice cake mix so I used a yellow mix and added pumpkin pie spices in the cake mix. I also topped with pecans. So quick and easy. Also, for a gluten free option, use gluten free cake mix. Makes a little less so just reduce butter. I kept the same amount of everything else because you can never have enough pumpkin lol!
cassie
Look delicious, cant wait to make it. Just curious, do you serve as is or with a scoop of ice cream? I feel like most dump cakes serve with ice cream just wondering what everyon else does? TIA
grace
Is it better to bake this in a glass pan verses a metal one, and is there a difference in baking time and temperature?
can this be frozen, if not about how long will it keep in the before it becomes soggy.
I anxiously await your reply,
Bee Frahm
Had this cake today. It was wonderful. I got the recipe and will make it soon
Carolyn Pearce
This is great! Very easy, better than pumpkin pie. Perfect for Thanksgiving make ahead.????
Brandie @ The Country Cook
I totally agree Carolyn! A nice alternative for sure 🙂
Kathleen
Novice, novice cook here, so I have to ask. The picture of the ingredients shows 2 sticks of unsalted butter but the ingredients just say "butter". Which is it? Or can you use either? --- Thanks. Kathleen
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Hi Kathleen! That's a totally valid question! Here is always my answer on what kind of butter to use: use what you usually buy. If you have only salted butter on hand, use that. If you have unsalted butter, use that. I've used both and cannot really tell much of a difference at all in this. The salted butter does not have so much salt in it that it will change the flavor of this recipe. I think it actually balances out the flavors, to be honest. I just don't like folks to have to go out and buy special butter just to make a recipe. But it does need to be real butter, not margarine. 🙂
Shirley
This is delicious! I have made it twice. I know I'll make it again soon. Four other people have requested the recipe! Yummy!
Brandie
Glad it was a hit for you.
Shanna
Wow! This was so easy to make and soooooo delicious!!! I added pecans to the recipe and my dinner guest's were raving about it. This recipe is gonna be added to my Thanksgiving dessert menu for sure!
Anonymous
Thanks for having an easy to find and print recipe. Most recipes are so difficult to find a printable page for them.
Anonymous
just went in oven cant wait
Lela
We made this instead of pumpkin pie. It is our new favorite - thank you!!
SASHA
WHOA! THIS IS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!
Anonymous
This looks SO good!!! If I'm trying to make it a little more healthy could I use coconut oil instead of butter?
Rowanvamp0
I wonder if I can substitute Splenda for the sugar and still have the desired effect/sweetness. Do you think this would be ok?
RobertsMom
I made it on Thursday. It was delicious. My husband is a pumpkin fiend so he was so happy. Thanks again Brandi. Another winner.
ERICA JAHN
Was not too sure how this would come out bc I'm not the best cook but wow, it super easy and it was soooo good!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Yay Erica! Go you!!!
Unknown
Sounds wonderful. Will try this instead of pie this year. I've found that cutting the cold butter into the cake mix, versus melted, makes for a crunchy topping
Anonymous
Made it last night and it's good!
I don't like spice cake so I used yellow cake instead; and instead of just cinnamon in the batter, I used used 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice blend.
I made four different containers and tried something different in each one, and I cooked it longer so it was more crispy at the edges (which I like).
1. normal recipe. Not bad (I'd rather have Libby's pumpkin pie)
2. Just the batter (no cake mix or butter). Tasted like pumpkin pie sans crust.
3. With pecans added on top at the beginning of baking. DElicious! My favorite version!
4. With Mini marshmallows added on top in the last 3 minutes of baking. Good! Chewy near the edges. Second favorite.
Anonymous
Can I use regular whole milk instead of evaporated milk I hate the taste evaporated milk and anything I've used it in I can taste it. other than that it sounds delicious
Mistnstone Good Dog Rescue
Verdict on this Pumpkin Pie Dump cake:
Its Okay
Doesnt hold up like a cake, hard to cut slices and is more like a cobbler in texture. Scooping works better. Was difficult to get a full piece with cake mix and pumpkin in one scoop.
Its not very sweet, but has a rich spice and pumpkin flavor.
There are clumps of no sweetness at all, and then spot of sugar. In my opinion the flavors do not marry very well and swirling the cake mix into the pumpkin liquid base may be better than dumping it on top.
Cool whip, or Reddywip on top definitely helps. Vanilla Ice Cream might add to it even more.
I didn't LOVE it, but I didn't dislike it either. Im contemplating another serving with coffee this time!
Anonymous
My husband will love it !!! Thank You for the recipe.
SCARLETT'S WEB
Brandy--you can vastly improve the appearance of this delicious cake by adding a whole bunch of whipping cream when you serve it!
JM
What would happen if you mix all the ingredients together and then put it in the pan?
Anonymous
Someone did that by mistake and said it turned out delicious.
Anonymous
Pam Moylan
There is a printable recipe link near the end of the recipe. Just click on the words.
Anonymous
I use Eagle brand milk in place of evaporated milk and sugar in my pumpkin pies. Can I do that for this cake?
Anonymous
sounds simple and delious as well looking for things simple little different
mary
Mistnstone Good Dog Rescue
This dump cake wasnt very sweet at all for us... We tested it today 🙂 So I'd imagine that would be fine... you might want to add a bit more sweet to it.
nonijohn@aol.com
Anonymous from Aug. 30, 2016 -- Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk should never be substituted for any other kind of milk. It is an entirely a different taste as well as consistency.
bunsterj
After the last picture, under the signature of Brandie, there is "Printable Recipe Here." It doesn't look like a button as it's not framed in a different color. It will give you the recipe on one sheet of paper size, with just one picture at the top.
Anonymous
Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree? Will it taste or cook differently if I do?
pam moylan
How do I get this receipt without all the pics?
Judy
I make this with Pillsbury's sugar free yellow cake mix and artificial sugar and regular pumpkin from a can with 4 tsp of pumpkin pie spice. I'm going to try adding cinnamon. I also add chopped pecans on top of the butter before baking. It makes a 9x13 and I took it a Christmas party recently and everyone liked it, especially because it was sugar free. It's Yummy!
Anonymous
Where do you find sugar free cake mix? I can't find it anywhere?!
Adreanna
I have this in the oven right now. Smells wonderful, can't wait to try it.
Karen
Tastes just like pumpkin pie! I sprinkled 1/2 cups of chopped pecans on top before baking - they toasted and added a nice taste and texture to the cake.
Judy0415
My DIL made this last weekend and it is delicious. Warm from the oven with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream .... going to make for Thanksgiving instead of a pumpkin pie. Thanks.....
Jeri Keith
Just pulled this out of the oven and can barely stand it. 30 min is too long to wait! It smells heavenly!
Anonymous
I just made this for my extended family weekly dinner. Everyone loved it! I've already received requests to make it for Thanksgiving. Thank you for sharing!
Anonymous
I am making this today-I swapped out the cup of sugar for 1 can of apple pie filling...
Anonymous
I make this every Christmas. But I use yellow cake mix and add pecans. Soooo delicious
sharon :)
Oh my WORD! I made this earlier today and its absolutely yummylicious! We sampled a piece after it had been out of the oven about 30 minutes! I did not have a spice cake mix, so I substituted a yellow cake mix. Oh my I highly recommend this recipe for those who love to eat pumpkin!!
Thank you for sharing with us! 🙂
Mistnstone Good Dog Rescue
You can use a yellow cake mix and make a spice cake from it 🙂
1 yellow cake mix box
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon allspice (or substitute 1/4 tsp ground cloves)
Put all in a med bowl and stir with fork until well blended.
VIOLA! Spice Cake Mix
Anonymous
I work with children who have Autism and we have a baking group once a week. We are always looking for easy recipes for them to make. This one was perfect!!! They enjoyed making it and it came out great!
Anonymous
This sounds amazing! I have a recipe for cherry/pineapple dump cake that doesn't even use a mixing bowl - all ingredients are literally dumped directly into the baking dish. My husband LOVES pumpkin, so I will have to try it. Of course, I normally double the cinnamon in any recipe and usually add others like cloves, allspice, nutmeg, and mace.
Sungold
OMG, this is definitely on my must-try list! Easy and delicious, how can you go wrong. Thanks, Brandie!
Katie
This recipe was awesome! I couldn't wait for Thanksgiving (when I usually make pumpkin stuff) to have it. I live on a tight budget and since I'm the only one in the house that likes pumpkin, I thought it would be perfect and affordable and it was. Few ingredients and such a good desert. I love the salty/sweet combination of the sweet ingredients (Pumpkin, milk, cinnamon) then the saltiness of the butter on top. I would suggest though that when you pour the butter on top, to use fork and kinda get the butter incorporated with the cake mix a little. Bits I did and bits I didn't, when it came out some of the cake mix stayed in powder form and wasn't as good as when butter is mixed in with it. But great recipe and will for sure make again! Thanks for sharing.
Susan
Just wondering why it would need to be refrigerated. Does it make a difference in the texture? Unless a cake has a layer of whipped cream or pudding, I'd never do it...mostly because I never have that kind of room. It looks like something my grandsons would like.
Anonymous
I'm fixin' to make this for tonight 🙂 I can't wait to try it!! Thanks for the recipe.
Jenny Pepper
that guy ( posted September 11 2014 ) - I would think it would be alright to use low fat evaporated milk.You could probably omit the butter if you are on a low fat diet, as some cakes like swiss rolls are made without added fat.
Hope this helps. Happy cake making!
P.S. I think it looks delicious, but don't eat too much!
Monika
Made this last night and we all love it! tastes great and is super easy! Thanks for the great recipe!
Anonymous
I hate to be "that guy", but can you use low fat evaporated milk instead?
Anonymous
I topped with a cup crushed pecans before I poured butter on. I also froze the leftover cake, too! I personally like it half thawed.
Anonymous
I made this for the first time tonight. I added chopped walnuts and served it with cool whip! DELISH!!
Anonymous
Do I use the whole box of cake mix?
Anonymous
I have made this cake for years only I use a butter recipe cake mix and put chopped pecans on top. It is delish! It's always a hit. I might have to try it with the spice cake instead next time!
Lisa
Can I substitute regular milk home snowed in and I have everything else
Susan
I just wanted to thank you for sharing this recipe! I found it on Pinterest and have made it for the third time. Made it today for Christmas dinner. It has been a hit with everyone!
Nancy Lawson
So do you refrigerate if you make it ahead of time?
Renee
Yes
LadyMichigan
This cake is so good I actually keep the ingredients in the pantry for it. Husband does not like pumpkin but will eat this like he will never see a cake again. I do add pecans also,
Anonymous
This was so good and easy!….I did add chopped pecans on top of the cake mix. This is definitely staying in my recipe file! Everyone loved it!!! Thanks!
Anonymous
what do you think about adding chocolate chips to the recepie ? Would you put them on top or in the pumpkin portion of the recepie?!
Anonymous
Made this for Thanksgiving and it turned out great.
Amanda
I made this awhile ago, and loved it!!! So it's in the oven right now to take to Thanksgiving dinner in place of pie!
Sondra
Taking this to work for Thanksgiving Day to share with my co-workers. No one wants to be at work at the hospital on a holiday, hoping this makes our. Data little sweeter!
Anonymous
Do you need to refrigerate if you are making the cake the day before?
Renee
Yes it must be refrigerated
cmthoma01
I made this last week.Very easy sooo much better than pumpkin pie.Absolutely wonderful when still warm.
ewhatley
My neighbor makes a similar dessert - a pumpkin poke cake and she pours sweetened condensed milk in the holes. Sooo delicious.
Pippi21
I've used a lot of this lady's recipes and they are always delicious and easy to make. I love her tuitorials! The Coconut cream poke cake is out of this world. Served it at a friend's birthday celebration and everybody asked for seconds! It was so light and oh, so good! I'm hosting another birthday dessert party this coming Friday night and I've selected the pumpkin dump cake.
Anonymous
Thank you for the pictures! Looks yummy :)))
Anonymous
When I leave work in oh the next 30min. I'm going straight to the grocery store for all my ingredients & guess what's for desert tonight?? Mmmmmm
Jennifer Davis
I love dump cakes too...but since April I have had to go Gluten and Dairy Free...so what I'd like to know if you have any suggestions on how I can substitute GF and DF ingredients to get the same effect or outcome as this recipe??? You'd make my fall if you could help with at! I sure do miss my sweets!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Hi Jennifer! I sure do wish I knew more about GF and DF dietary restrictions. Perhaps you could use a Gluten Free yellow cake mix for this and add a bit of extra pumpkin pie spice to it. As for the dairy...I'm not really sure. Evaporated milk is milk that has been reduced so it is a bit thicker and concentrated. So perhaps you could gently simmer some of the milk alternative you use to get it to reduce. You might be able to google instructions on how to do that! 🙂
Billy & Donna Franklin
In pven now with a Pillsbury gf yellow cake Topping it.
Lori
I would think you could try coconut milk instead of evaporated milk. I am also gf and df as I have Hashimoto disease. If you substitute a gf cake mix watch out for soy if you can't have that.
Anonymous
I followed the recipe and while it is good, I feel the pumpkin mixture needs some more spice to it. Next time I would probably double the cinnamon or maybe substitute for pumpkin pie spice. Really good though, the crust on the top is wonderful.
Mrs. Dix
Don't know if I did something wrong (followed directions), but the cake mix is still powdery on the top. Anyone else have this issue? Smells amazing, but not sure how the dry cake mix is going to taste. Can I just add some more butter to the top?
Beth Uhing
When I make dump cakes I don't melt the butter, I just slice it thinly and lay it on top and don't end up with some dry areas of cake mix...just have to experiment with what works for you
Been Theredonethat
Made this last night, smelled incredible while cooking! Tasted even better- my whole family loved it! Will be making this again for sure.
Thoughts on Life and Millinery.
Me again! The one who messed up and "dumped" ALL the ingredients into a bowl then mixed them together and poured them in a pan to bake. It turned out awesome! I added a spill of applesauce on top to serve but ice cream or whipping cream would totally rock too.
If you really need easy...just dump!
Thoughts on Life and Millinery.
Oh oh...I just "dumped" everything together and mixed it up! Distracted recipe following! I'll let you know how it turns out!
:-0
Anonymous
Made This Yesterday...... My Family Loved It..... There Was No Leftovers.... Way Better Then Pumpkin Pie
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Thank you for coming back to let me know! Yay!!
Anonymous
I am going to try this in the crock pot since I am currently without an oven. Does anyone know if I would need to change anything up to do it this way?
Lisa M.
My husband made this for our end of weekend dessert treat. It was amazing. I will definitely make this many times this fall and into Thanksgiving. Not only did it taste great, the entire house smelt wonderful.
Deb
I didn't have spice cake or evaporated milk but added pumpkin pie spice to a golden butter cake mix and substituted 2/3C dry milk and 3/4 C water for the evaporated milk and my dinner guests (my parents) LOVED and raved how good this dessert was :o). Mom wants me to make it for Thanksgiving ;o).
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Love that you still made it work Deb!
Anonymous
I just made this and my whole house smells devin!! Can't wait to taste it!!!
Anonymous
My husband just walked by the computer, saw the picture of this cake and ask for one. He even went to the store to get evaporated milk for me. I made it and it is simply GREAT! Can't wait for my adult daughter to try it!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Yay!! Thanks so much!! So happy to hear that. Thank you for taking the time to let me know 🙂
Anonymous
We love dump cakes! When we do lunch at work it might be Chinese or Italian or for a baby shower. It then becomes - Baby Dump Cake (lol), or Chinese Dump, or Italian Dump. We have a great time and everyone loves the "Dump Cakes".
Anonymous
Made this for Sunday dessert, so delicious and so easy to make. It's a keeper in my cookbook, Thank you! Karen G.
LoriBang
Wondering how crushed pecans would be on top also? Even better the spiced pecans!
Brandie @ The Country Cook
They taste delicious!! My hubby doesn't care for any nuts on top so I just make it plain for him but I've made it with the crushed pecans and it is delicious!!
Jess
I put a cinnamon streusal on top of mine.gave it some extra crunch and flavor..yummmy
Tina
Would it be just as good if I used a yellow cake mix? Would I need to add additional spice(s)?
Anonymous
I'd like to know this also, as I don't know if I like spice cake....
Brandie @ The Country Cook
Yes you could use yellow cake mix. The spice cake really isn't all that spicy. I think it makes this taste more like a pumpkin pie.
Anonymous
We made this back in the 70's, and the original recipe called for a yellow cake mix. Do not use a "pudding in the mix" one. In fact, if you can find an off-brand cake mix, it works better, as the topping turns out crunchier. I use one that I buy at the dollar store. The original recipe also called for chopped pecans to be put on the cake mix layer before the butter drizzle step.
FaithH
You said it wasn't pretty but when I saw the picture and then the name Pumpkin and dump in the same title, I also lost my mind!!! Must have!!! Now!!!!
FaithH
Okay you said it wasn't pretty but let me tell you, when I saw it, I almost lost my mind!!! Pumpkin and dump in the same sentence,I can't take it!!! Must have!!! Now!!!
Yvonne Laube
Has anyone ever tried cutting this recipe in half? I think as it is it would be too much for my hubby, 5-yr son and I.
Richard Johnson
I have. I ate one half and my hubby ate the other half. Yum!
Barbara DuVall
I love your answer to Yvonne. Weelll.....that is one way to cut a recipe in half!
Anonymous
I make this recipe all the time and I add nuts to it! Just sprinke nuts (however much you want) on top of the dry cake mixture.
Anonymous
The hubby loved it 🙂
ivelisse
i just put it in the oven can't wait to eat it!!!!
lovegoodrecipes
I am new to your site and I LOVE IT! I love a good sweet potatoe pie and was wondering if princella brand yams can be used instead of pumpkin? Also, do you have a sweet potatoe pie recipe 🙂 your recipes are simply delicious! Thanks
Meghan White
I LOVE this recipe- I usually cut the sugar to 2/3 c and double the cinnamon. I have also chopped pecans and put on half of the cake, just in case some don't care for nuts. Easy to make and always a hit! I never have leftovers!
mamahoward
Oh good grief! This has to be a sin to eat! It is ssooooooo good. May be my new favorite dessert! Thank you so much for the recipe!!
Alethea Sallinger
Made this yesterday! It was super easy, and we all LOVED it! Much better than pumpkin pie. Love your recipes, and THANKS for sharing!!
Anonymous
Do you use all of the dry cake mix, or just enough to cover the top?
Anonymous
Use it all. This cake is great!
Becky Fisher
Now I know what I'm taking to contribute on Thursday!!
Lisa
Looks easy and yummy ... my favorite two things. Gotta try it.
Anonymous
Dump cakes are wonderful but never thought of pumkin can't wait to try love pumkin
Janet G
Did you see Live with Kelly/Michael today? I think they "borrowed" this recipe for their cooking segment! 🙂
Anonymous
Can this be frozen? I made it last night and it was a hit, but I have too much leftover and don't want to be tempted. 🙂
Colleen Bryie
A friend is retiring and I'm going to make this for her luncheon. Have made a cherry pie one for years, so easy. Thanks for the new one for the fall.
Kim
This recipe is super easy! Made it for the first time after "Superstorm Sandy" to take to work after being home for nine days. It was a hit! Everyone loved it!!! It was better than pumkin pie.
Laurie
Love this I make fruit dump cakes a lot very handy to make last minite.
LindaS
I've got this in the oven right now! Can't wait to have a piece!
Anonymous
Looks yumm
alittleclaireification.com
This sounds SO yummy! Thanks!!! Re-pinning. 🙂
Anonymous
I Love Dump cake & this looks to be just as delicious as all the other ones. Can't wait to try it!!!!
Abby Raines
On the contrary Brandie, it is one lovely-looking dessert! I like that it's easy and quick to prepare as well. Thanks for sharing!
Anita at Hungry Couple
I have to admit, that does look pretty delicious...despite its name. 🙂
Kari Lindsay
I have heard of Dump Cakes, but never actually seen one. It lives up to its name, you really do just dump everything in. I LOVE it! Doesn't hurt that there is butter drizzled all over the top either!
The Better Baker
No doubt it tastes as luscious as it looks....MMMM good!
Anonymous
Looks delish - I'll have to try it 🙂
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
Love the topping on this!
Anonymous
Add pecans, even better!
Joy
Dump cakes are the best!
I mentioned you and one of your recipes in my blog today. Stop by if you get the chance! 🙂
Joy from Yesterfood
http://yesterfood.blogspot.com/2012/10/mini-pumpkin-cakes-with-caramel-glaze.html
Lynne
This looks so yummy!! I love pumpkin pie and love dump cakes cause they are quick and easy so this sounds great!! I pinned it and plan ro try it soon!!
Anonymous
Very yummy!
Anonymous
I enjoy dump cakes but 2 sticks of butter seems like a lot. I will make it with one stock. I use only one for my cherry dump cake and it's great.
Richard Johnson
Yes
Jackie Bartoni
I have in the oven right now!!!
Watching FOOTBALL and pumpkin dump cake....Oh yes I love the fall...<3
Unknown
Mine is about to go in the oven too. Hope it's as good as it looks!
Lexxie platt
What would happen if I used pumpkin pie mix instead of purée?
Unknown
I could not find puree in the store. I asked someone who was in the aisle and who looked like a cook...she said she used PUMPKIN (but not the pie mix). There is a definate difference and this recipe says to NOT use the pie mix.
Mindy
Use a can of Libby Pumpkin
Jill
Same dilemma last night. So ANY can of pumpkin that says 100% pure pumpkin is pumpkin puree....if too chunky, stick in blender. Hope. This helped
Sam
Pumpkin pie mix has the spices and I believe a little sugar, pumpkin purée is put pumpkin.
Maggie
The pie mix has the spices in it already.
Anonymous
This looks soo good and I can't wait to try it. I'm so going to check out the rest of your blog too!! I love quick and easy! 🙂
I never heard dump cake explained like that. I was always taught that "dump" cam from cakes (like pineappe dump) in which when they were done cooking you had to "dump" them out of the pan as the last step. Yours makes sense too!! 🙂 Happy cooking!!