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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Dump Cake

Cozy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Dump Cake for Fall Bliss

Indulge in this Gluten-Free Pumpkin Dump Cake, a simple and delicious dessert perfect for fall gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Gluten-Free Cake Mix Use a vanilla-flavored mix
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup Cane Sugar Consider reducing for less sweetness
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Substitute with additional pumpkin pie spice if needed
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Make your own if unavailable
For Creaminess
  • 12 oz Evaporated Milk Use coconut evaporated milk for dairy-free
  • 2 large Large Eggs Substitute with 1/3 cup applesauce for egg-free
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Switch to dairy-free butter for vegan
For Crunch and Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be adjusted according to taste
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Optional, can be substituted with walnuts

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs (or applesauce), cane sugar, and evaporated milk. Stir in ground cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly in a greased 9x13 baking pan.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the gluten-free cake mix over the pumpkin layer without stirring.
  5. Combine brown sugar and additional ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the cake mix.
  6. If using, sprinkle chopped pecans on top, then drizzle melted butter over the cake mix.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center has a slight jiggle.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, grease your pan well and consider using parchment paper for easy release. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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