In the past 2 weeks, I've received 3 emails from 3 different readers requesting recipes that regular/normal/average people would make. I replied to all three, asking for a little more clarification, as I didn't want to assume anything. I thought I knew what they wanted, but assuming things has gotten me into more awkward situations than I care to admit. As it turns out, I was correct, what they would like to see are recipes that use items like cake mix, canned soup, etc. I'm all about making my readers happy; seriously, one of the reasons I do this because I love the interaction with all of you, so I'm happy to oblige. That said, today's post is from the Cake Mix Doctor cookbook, published in 1999. I know that a newer version has recently been published, but I don't know if this recipe was included.
I love all things pumpkin, be it cake, pie, or cheesecake. This is a cross between a cake and a pie; I particularly like the crunchy topping. The author suggests serving it with a sweetened cream, but I think it's perfect as is; however, I've included the recipe for the cream.
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Pumpkin Pie Crumble Cake Printable recipe
1 yellow cake mix (I used Duncan Hines all-butter recipe)
1 stick butter, softened
4 large eggs
2 15-oz cans pumpkin
5 oz evaporated milk (I used half & half)
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cardamom*
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg*
4 tablespoons butter, chilled1 cup chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Grease and flour a 13x9 baking dish.
Crust
Empty cake mix into a large mixing bowl and remove 1 cup of the cake mix and place in a medium-sized bowl; set aside (you will use this for the topping).
To the remaining cake mix, add 1 stick of butter and 1 egg. Blend with an electric mixer until well-mixed.
Press mixture into prepared baking dish and set aside.
Filling
Combine the 2 cans of pumpkin, half & half, 1 cup sugar, 3 eggs, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
Beat together for 3 minutes.
Pour filling onto prepared crust.
Topping
Add the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar to the reserved 1 cup cake mix and stir.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, knead in the butter and pecans to create the topping.
Evenly distribute the topping for the filling.
Bake for 70-75 minutes at 350 degrees until the center no longer jiggle.
Allow to cool for 20 minutes.
Slice into squares and serve.
If desired, top with sweetened cream.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Sweetened Cream
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Use immediately.
**These were my additions - I love cardamom and nutmeg with pumpkin.
Today's post is also linked to Our Krazy Kitchen and Cookbook Sundays hosted by Brenda of Brenda's Canadian Kitchen.
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Forget the pumpkin pie this year. I want that cake for Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to use pumpkin! I want to make this for Turkey Day (if not sooner!). YUM!!! :-)
ReplyDeleteI guess Fall is all about dessert. I love your pumpkin cake.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fantastic use for cake mix...it's actually delicious recipes like this why I like to keep cake mix in my pantry! This looks incredible!
ReplyDeleteYour pumpkin cake looks absolutely divine Louanne! I can't wait to do some baking with pumpkin.
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous - I need to try this.
ReplyDeleteSue :-)
I would much rather have this wonderful cake than pumpkin pie. Pumpkin pie is okay but this cake looks absolutely scrumptious! I definitely need to try this. I love the crunchy goodness on top and the fact it uses a cake mix. Thanks so much for linking up to Cookbook Sundays Louanne. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteHello my wonderful friends! Thank you for the lovely and supportive comments!
ReplyDelete@Lisa, you crack me up, Lisa! It's wonderful pie alternative!
@Avril, thank you! Love your name, btw.
@Katerina, LOL, Fall does seem to lend itself to more desserts! Thank you!
@Faith, yes, I totally agree. Cake mix is a great item for the pantry, because you just never know!
@Reeni, gosh, I know you will come up with an awesome pumpkin recipe, Reeni!
@Sue, many thanks! Hope you like it.
@Brenda, thank you! It was probably one of the better desserts I've made with both pumpkin and cake mix, so I give it 2 thumbs up! And, you're so welcome, I love Cookbook Sundays!
That looks absolutely delicious! I'd love for you to stop by What's Cooking Wednesday to link up a recipe each week!
ReplyDeleteHope to see you there!
Cristi
http://thekingscourt4.blogspot.com/
Looks amazing!! Oh so delicious!!
ReplyDeletewhat a great alternative to regular pie!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to What's Cooking Wednesday! Hope to see you again next week!
Diane
www.turning-the-clock-back.blogspot.com
I made this Thursday for our Girl Scouts Leader's meeting. I made brownies just in case someone did not want to try. Waste of time making brownies. The Pumpkin Pie Crumble Cake was loved by all. Plus my husband informed me that I will need to make for his work Christmas dinner. Thanks for sharing.
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