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Better Than Fall Pumpkin Cake

An ultra-moist, spiced pumpkin poke cake soaked in sweet cream, topped with whipped topping, toffee bits, and caramel drizzle—perfect for fall gatherings.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box spice cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves (optional)
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1/2 cup toffee bits or crushed Heath bars
  • Caramel sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pumpkin purée, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix until smooth.
  3. Spread batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. While warm, poke holes all over the cake using a wooden spoon handle or skewer.
  5. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake and let it soak in.
  6. Cool the cake completely, then spread whipped topping over it.
  7. Sprinkle with toffee bits and drizzle with caramel sauce.
  8. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Even better the next day!

Notes

  • Make ahead for best flavor—the cake improves overnight!
  • Use homemade pumpkin purée if desired, just make sure it’s thick and smooth.
  • Customize with chopped nuts, crushed cookies, or chocolate chips.
  • To make dairy-free, use alternatives for condensed milk and whipped topping.
  • Author: Selena Trump
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Fall-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 31g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g

Keywords: pumpkin cake, fall dessert, poke cake, caramel, toffee