Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 box

Yellow Cake Mix

1 stick

Oleo

softened

4 unit

Eggs

1 unit

Pumpkin

canned

1 tsp

Cinnamon

0.5 cup

Brown Sugar

0.25 cup

White Sugar

0.66 cup

Milk

0.5 cup

Sugar

0.5 cup

Walnuts

0.33 stick

Oleo

melted

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~6 min

Grease and flour a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.

Step 3
~6 min

Remove 1 cup of yellow cake mix.

Step 4
~6 min

In a bowl, mix the remaining cake mix, 1 stick of oleo (softened), and 1 egg with a fork until combined.

Step 5
~6 min

Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Step 6
~6 min

In a separate bowl, combine the removed 1 cup cake mix, large can of pumpkin, 4 eggs, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 c brown sugar, 1/4 c white sugar, and 2/3 c milk.

Step 7
~6 min

Pour the pumpkin mixture over the cake base.

Step 8
~6 min

Sprinkle 1/2 c sugar and 1/2 c walnuts over the top.

Step 9
~6 min

Dot with 1/3 stick of oleo (cut into small pieces).

Step 10
~6 min

Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11
~6 min

Let cool completely before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use brown butter.

Add a cream cheese frosting for extra decadence.

Toast the walnuts for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

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

Pair with a warm beverage like coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry sauce
Roasted turkey

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for Thanksgiving and other fall holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Halloween

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Halloween
Christmas
Fall
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100