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Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Delicious Pumpkin Crunch Cake: Cozy Fall Dessert Delight

Experience the delicious taste of fall with this Pumpkin Crunch Cake, featuring spiced pumpkin and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Filling
  • 15 ounces Pumpkin Puree Can use fresh pumpkin puree
  • 12 ounces Evaporated Milk Half-and-half can be used
  • 2 large Large Eggs Crucial for structure
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for richness
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg or allspice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
Cake Base
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Spice cake mix can be used
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can omit for nut-free version
  • 0.5 cup Melted Butter Dairy-free alternative can be used
For Serving
  • 1 cup Cool Whip Can use whipped cream or ice cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Procedure
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the yellow cake mix on top.
  4. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the cake mix, then drizzle melted butter on top.
  5. Bake for 50-55 minutes until golden brown and set. Use a toothpick to check for doneness.
  6. Cool completely in the pan before slicing. Serve warm or chilled with Cool Whip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the baking dish is well-greased to prevent sticking and mix the filling thoroughly to avoid lumps.

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