Pumpkin Pie Crunch Recipe

This Pumpkin Pie Crunch recipe is a delightful twist on the classic pumpkin pie, delivering the perfect balance of spice and sweetness! Many find traditional recipes overly sweet or buttery, but this version is refined for the ultimate taste. We've replaced pumpkin pie spice with a customizable blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, allowing you to adjust the spice level to your liking. Plus, a clever tip lets you easily make 8 delicious cupcakes with the leftover cake mix! Get ready for a comforting, crunchy dessert that's perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 318.5 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.8 (74 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Pie Crunch

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How to Make Pumpkin Pie Crunch

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together: 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk, 2 large eggs, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 1 ½ tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp nutmeg, ¼ tsp cloves, ½ tsp ginger, and ½ tsp salt.
  4. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pan.
  5. Evenly sprinkle 2/3 of a 15.25 ounce box of yellow cake mix over the pumpkin mixture. (Reserve remaining cake mix for cupcakes).
  6. Top with ½ cup chopped pecans.
  7. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before serving.
  10. Serve with whipped cream or your favorite topping.
  11. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

38g

Carbs

12g

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