Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake (Easy Fall Dessert)
If you love warm, cozy fall flavors with minimal effort, this Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake is the perfect dessert. Made with pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, spice cake mix, and butter, this simple “dump and go” recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible autumn aromas. The slow cooker does all the work, creating a tender, gooey, spiced pumpkin base topped with a buttery cake layer—pure fall comfort in a bowl!
This recipe is ideal for busy days, holiday gatherings, and Thanksgiving dessert tables.
Why This Recipe Works
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Only 4 simple ingredients
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No mixing bowl needed (just dump and cook!)
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Perfectly spiced and moist
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Slow cooker ensures even cooking—no burning
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Easy to customize with nuts, caramel, dried fruit, or brown sugar
Ingredients
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1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
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1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
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1 box spice cake mix
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Optional Add-Ins:
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Chopped pecans or walnuts
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1/2 cup brown sugar (for extra sweetness)
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Caramel sauce (for serving)
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Raisins or dried cranberries
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Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
How to Make Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake
Step 1: Prep the Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter.
This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Step 2: Mix the Pumpkin Filling
In a large bowl, stir together:
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Pumpkin puree
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Evaporated milk
Mix until completely smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Pour Pumpkin Mixture Into the Slow Cooker
Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker to form the base layer.
Step 4: Add the Cake Mix
Sprinkle the dry spice cake mix evenly over the pumpkin layer.
Do not mix.
The dry cake mix will absorb moisture and create a soft, cake-like topping.
Step 5: Add the Melted Butter
Drizzle the melted butter over the entire surface of the cake mix.
Try to cover as much of it as possible—this helps create a golden, buttery crust.
Step 6: Slow Cook
Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours.
The top should look:
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Set
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Lightly golden
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Soft and slightly crisp around the edges
Step 7: Rest Before Serving
Once cooked, turn off the slow cooker and let the cake rest for 10–15 minutes.
This helps the layers settle and makes serving easier.
Serving Suggestions
This pumpkin dump cake is delicious on its own, but even better served with:
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Whipped cream
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Vanilla ice cream
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Caramel drizzle
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Toasted pecans
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Cinnamon dusting
Variations & Tips
Add Crunch
Sprinkle pecans or walnuts over the cake mix before adding the butter.
Make It Sweeter
Mix 1/2 cup brown sugar into the cake mix for a richer flavor.
Add Texture
Stir raisins or dried cranberries into the pumpkin mixture.
Boost the Spice
Add:
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ginger
Use Different Cake Mixes
Try substituting:
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Yellow cake mix
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White cake mix
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Gingerbread cake mix (for extra holiday flavor)
✔ Don’t Overcook
Check at the 3-hour mark—slow cookers vary, and overcooking can dry the top.
Final Thoughts
This Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Dump Cake is the ultimate easy fall dessert—warm, comforting, and bursting with pumpkin spice flavor. With almost no prep and endless customization options, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight treats.