Topping:
- 1 box (about 15 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
Step 2: Mix the Pumpkin Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
Step 3: Pour the Filling
- Pour the pumpkin filling mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Step 4: Add the Cake Topping
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pumpkin filling.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- If desired, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the top for added texture and flavor.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes or until the cake topping is golden brown and the pumpkin filling is set. A toothpick inserted into the cake topping should come out clean.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Allow the Pumpkin Pie Cake to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm slices of Pumpkin Pie Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful autumn treat.
Tips and Variations:
- You can customize the cake topping by using a
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