Description
Pumpkin Dump Cake is a cozy, rich dessert featuring smooth pumpkin and warm spices topped with a crumbly, plant-based cake mix crust. Easy to prepare, bake, and enjoy any time of the year, this dessert is perfect for those seeking comforting flavors and effortless baking with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Base
- 2 cups pure pumpkin
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
For the Topping
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plant-based)
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a large bowl, combine pure pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar. Stir thoroughly until smooth and fragrant.
- Layer the Pumpkin Base in a Baking Dish: Grease a baking pan and pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into it. Spread gently to create a uniform layer for balanced moisture and flavor.
- Add the Cake Mix Topping: Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer without stirring it in. This will bake into a crisp and crumbly topping.
- Drizzle with Plant-Based Butter: Melt the plant-based butter and drizzle it evenly over the dry cake mix to help form a golden crisp crust during baking.
- Bake Until Golden and Bubbling: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the pumpkin filling bubbles gently at the edges.
Notes
- Use 100% pure pumpkin for the best smooth and rich texture.
- Keep the cake mix dry on top without mixing in to maintain crispness.
- Use freshly ground spices for maximum warm aroma and flavor.
- Check oven temperature with a thermometer for consistent baking results.
- Allow the cake to rest for at least 15 minutes before serving for better slicing and flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin dessert, dump cake, plant-based dessert, easy fall dessert, vegan pumpkin cake
