Description
Pumpkin Oatmeal Dump Cake is a warm, comforting dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall with its spiced pumpkin base and crispy oat topping. Easy to prepare with a simple ‘dump and bake’ method, it combines hearty oats, rich pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a buttery crust for a wholesome, versatile treat perfect for dessert, breakfast, or snacks.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Base
- 2 cups pure pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (optional)
Oat Topping
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour/gluten-free blend for variation)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and promote crisping.
- Mix the Pumpkin Base: In a large bowl, combine the pure pumpkin puree, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and sweetened condensed milk if using. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended, creating a moist and flavorful pumpkin base.
- Prepare the Oat Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter. Stir just until all oats are coated and the mixture becomes crumbly but holds together softly.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the pumpkin layer, ensuring complete coverage for a crisp, golden crust.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the oat topping is golden brown and crispy and the pumpkin layer is set and bubbling slightly at the edges. Allow the cake to rest a few minutes before serving to meld the flavors and set the texture.
Notes
- Use fresh ground spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for the best flavor.
- Mix oat topping just until combined to keep a crisp texture.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Choose 100% pumpkin puree instead of pumpkin pie filling for authentic taste.
- For gluten-free versions, use almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pumpkin, oatmeal, dump cake, fall dessert, easy dessert, cozy dessert, pumpkin dessert, autumn flavors