Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
15 ounce

pumpkin

canned

12 ounce

evaporated milk

canned

3 unit

eggs

1 cup

granulated sugar

0.5 cup

brown sugar

firmly packed

6 tsp

pumpkin pie spice

divided

1 tbsp

vanilla extract

pure

0.25 tsp

salt

18 ounce

yellow cake mix

package

1 cup

pecans

chopped

1 cup

butter

melted

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Spray a 13x9-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a large bowl, mix pumpkin, evaporated milk, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, 5 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt until well blended.

Step 4
~5 min

Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~5 min

In a medium bowl, mix cake mix and remaining 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice with a wire whisk.

Step 6
~5 min

Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the pumpkin mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Sprinkle chopped pecans over the cake mix.

Step 8
~5 min

Drizzle melted butter evenly over the pecans and cake mix.

Step 9
~5 min

Bake for 50 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve with whipped cream and Spiced Pecans, if desired.

Step 12
~5 min

Store leftover dessert in the refrigerator.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.

Toast the pecans before chopping for enhanced flavor.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pairs well with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

A popular Thanksgiving dessert.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Holidays

Popularity Score

80/100