Pumpkin Pecan Delight Recipe

Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with this easy Pumpkin Pecan Delight! This irresistible dessert skips the pie filling but delivers all the pumpkin spice goodness you crave. Perfect for chilly evenings, hayrides, or simply enjoying the autumn season. This creative recipe combines the convenience of a dump cake with the deliciousness of a homemade treat. Get ready for a taste of autumn that's both simple and spectacular!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 558.7 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Pecan Delight

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How to Make Pumpkin Pecan Delight

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and well combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Sprinkle 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix evenly over the batter.
  7. Dot the top with 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) melted unsalted butter.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup pecan halves evenly over the butter.
  9. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Carefully invert onto a serving platter.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

65g

Carbs

20g