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Pumpkin And Cake Mix Recipe

A moist and flavorful pumpkin cake made quickly using a yellow cake mix and pumpkin puree, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 box of yellow cake mix
  • 1 can 15 oz of pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with oil or cooking spray.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Top with cream cheese frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.