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easy pumpkin dessert in baking dish

Easy Pumpkin Dessert That’s Foolproof & Crowd-Pleasing


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  • Author: Chef Luna
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This easy pumpkin dessert is rich, spiced, and simple to make using pantry staples. Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  1. 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
  2. 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  3. 1 cup white sugar
  4. 3 large eggs
  5. 4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  6. 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
  7. ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  8. 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Pour the mixture evenly into the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer.
  • Drizzle melted butter across the top.
  • Add chopped walnuts for crunch.
  • Bake uncovered for 50–60 minutes until golden and center is set.
  • Cool for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Notes

  1. You can substitute walnuts with pecans or leave them out for a nut-free version. For extra spice, add a pinch of cloves or ginger.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 190mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg