Crockpot Pumpkin Dump Cake is the kind of fall dessert I love: ridiculously easy and loaded with pumpkin spice flavor! With a rich pumpkin layer, buttery spice cake topping and plenty of crunchy pecans, everything cooks right in the slow cooker.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce while it's still warm, and grab a spoon!
What makes this recipe irresistible
It's all about those layers, that's what makes this drool-worthy! The pumpkin filling stays soft and rich while the spice cake mix turns into a buttery, crumbly topping with toasted pecans scattered throughout.
You get creamy, crunchy and a little gooey in every spoonful. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce, and good luck walking away after one helping!
Crockpot Pumpkin Dump Cake
Equipment
- 6 qt. Crockpot
- Cooking spray or crockpot liner
- Spatula
- Medium mixing bowl
- Fork
- Kitchen towel (or paper towels)
Ingredients
- 15 ounce pumpkin pie mix I used Libby's
- 1 box spice cake mix
- ½ cup butter melted
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup pecans toasted and chopped
Instructions
- Spray the inside of a crockpot with cooking spray or use a crockpot liner. Add the pumpkin pie mix to the prepared crockpot, and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the spice cake mix, melted butter, and ground cinnamon. Use a fork to combine the ingredients into a crumbly mixture.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the pumpkin layer in the crockpot. Top with pecans.
- Before placing the lid on the crockpot, cover the insert with a dry kitchen towel (or layered paper towels). You only want to lay the towel on top-be sure that it is not touching the dessert inside. Place the lid over the towel and cook on low for 2 hours.
- After two hours, remove the lid and towel. Continue to cook, uncovered, for another thirty minutes, until the topping is slightly crisp.
- Turn the crockpot off , and allow the cake to cool, uncovered, for 20 minutes until the cake is set.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
I don't recommend it. For the best texture, I recommend cooking it on LOW as directed.
Yes, but you'll need to add sugar and spices. Pumpkin pie mix is already sweetened and seasoned, while canned pumpkin puree is simply pumpkin. For this recipe, pumpkin pie mix keeps the ingredient list short and gives you the sweetness and warm fall flavor without extra measuring.
Absolutely. Spice cake adds lots of warm fall flavor, but yellow, vanilla, white, or carrot cake mix can also be used. Just keep in mind that changing the cake mix will change the overall flavor of the dessert.
The towel catches condensation that forms while the cake cooks, keeping excess moisture from dripping onto the topping. This helps the top stay more crumbly instead of becoming soggy.
Deb's top tips
Don't stir the layers together! Sprinkle the cake mixture evenly over the pumpkin layer and let the slow cooker do the work. Keeping those layers separate gives you that rich filling underneath and buttery, crumbly topping on top.
More easy desserts to try
If easy desserts are your thing, there's plenty more to try! Peach Cobbler is another simple dessert with a buttery topping and juicy fruit underneath. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, sweet and loaded with chocolate chips, while No-Bake Pumpkin Pie gives you all that fall flavor without ever turning on the oven.
When pumpkin cravings call
This easy dessert is made for fall gatherings, holiday dinners, or those nights when you're craving something sweet without a lot of fuss! Keep the ingredients on hand and you'll have a crowd-friendly treat ready whenever the pumpkin craving strikes!
Julie E says
I can't wait to make this!!! Sounds delicious and easy to make. Feeling the October vibes with this recipe!!!
Debra Clark says
I love that you’re as excited about this one as I am! 🎃 It just feels like October, doesn’t it? I hope you enjoy every bite!
Stacy Nelson says
I love pumpkin anything! I will be making this, I just added the ingredients to my grocery list!Thank you so much!
Debra Clark says
Sounds like this one was made for you! 🎃 I hope you love it, and happy (crockpot!) baking!
SHELIA HALL says
this recipe sounds so easy that even a child could make it! perfect for a Halloween festival or Thanksgiving meal dessert
Debra Clark says
Absolutely! It’s so simple to put together and would be a fun dessert for either celebration. 🎃
Jean M says
This looks like it will be totally delicious!
Got to check and make sure I got everything I need to make this.
Debra Clark says
I hope you have everything on hand! 😊 I can’t wait for you to try it!
Linda Youngs says
I am in charge of desserts for our monthly quilting group. I am SOOOO making this for our November gathering!! I probably should try it out first ... LOL!!
Debra Clark says
I’m glad this one caught your eye! Pumpkin and spice cake really are a great combination. I hope it wins you over! 😊
Mel says
I normally shy away from cake recipes that can be cooked in a crockpot, but this one intrigued me. The pumpkin pie with the spice cake sounds like a combo made of win. I now am eager to try it.
Debra Clark says
I’m glad this one caught your eye! Pumpkin and spice cake really are a great combination. I hope it wins you over! 😊
Karen E says
Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! I am jumping up and down with excitement for this recipe. This is exactly the type of recipe I am totally behind and can't wait to try. Off to the store for supplies and a test run before I share with the family.
Debra Clark says
Now THAT is some serious pumpkin enthusiasm! 😂 I love it! I hope the test run gets two thumbs up!
Sara Powell says
That Pumpkin dump Cake looks so delicious 😋 and yummy and tasty too. Would be cool to win please thanks for the chance to win.
Debra Clark says
Thanks Sara - good luck in the giveaway!
Sue Turcsany says
I love how comforting this looks!---I'm used to traditional oven-baked cobblers, so using my slow cooker for a pumpkin version is a brilliant hands-off idea for fall baking, plus the spicy aroma that will fill the house will smell like I just lit scented candles.
Debra Clark says
Oh yes, your house is going to smell amazing while this cooks! I hope you enjoy it!
Julie Escarcega says
I have not made a dessert in my crockpot yet but this sounds yummy and easy to make. I can't wait to make it.
Debra Clark says
This is a great one to start with! So easy, and I hope you enjoy every bite. 😊
Carol says
I have never made a dessert in my crockpot, I this sounds delicious and simple to make. Thank you for this dessert idea!!
Debra Clark says
You’re going to love how easy it is! Crockpot desserts are such a fun way to put that slow cooker to work. 😊
Sherri Rochester says
What a start to the Croctober season! I am one of the people who love pumpkin 'anything' throughout the year. Crockpot Pumpkin Dump Cake will be going on my list. It is easy with the spice cake and the pumpkin pie mix to use. All that I have to buy is the spice cake mix. I have been know to use a yellow cake mix and add the spices to it, in an emergency. Works in a pinch. Thank you. I am excited now!
Debra Clark says
I love your excitement! 🎃 Pumpkin all year long sounds pretty good to me! And that’s a great tip about using a yellow cake mix and adding your own spices when you don’t have spice cake mix on hand. I’m so glad this one made your Crocktober list. I hope you love it!
Dawn P says
I can't wait to try this with my family this Thanksgiving. I just found you recently but already you have given me so many great recipes to try! Thank you!
Debra Clark says
Oh, I’m so glad you found me! 😊 Thank you so much for the kind words. I hope your family loves the Crockpot Pumpkin Dump Cake, and how fun that you’re planning to make it for Thanksgiving! I’d love to hear what everyone thinks. Happy cooking!