Description
Seasonal “Harvest Pumpkin Delight” brings warmth of autumn straight to dessert tables. Creamy spices and rich texture make this classic treat an irresistible comfort for cool evenings you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (12 ounces / 340 grams) evaporated milk
- 1 package yellow cake mix
Baking Base Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
Binding Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Craft the base layer by combining most of the yellow cake mix with melted butter and an egg, mixing until a cohesive dough forms. Press this mixture uniformly across the pan’s bottom, creating an even foundation.
- Whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice in a separate mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently pour the pumpkin mixture over the prepared crust, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Prepare the crumble topping by combining the reserved cake mix with white sugar and melted butter until it develops a loose, granular texture.
- Scatter the crumble topping across the pumpkin layer, then sprinkle chopped walnuts evenly for added crunch and flavor.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a golden-brown topping and a set filling consistency.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing and serving, which helps the dessert maintain its structured texture.
Notes
- Swap yellow cake mix with gluten-free alternatives for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Toast walnuts briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide extra crunch.
- Reduce sugar content by using half the amount of white and brown sugar for a less sweet version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg