This Decadent Pumpkin Butter Cake is a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth dessert perfect for fall gatherings. The mouthwatering combination of a crumbly crust and a velvety pumpkin filling will have your guests raving.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
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In a medium bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 large egg, and 8 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until well combined.
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Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating the crust.
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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and pumpkin puree together using an electric mixer until smooth, approximately 3-4 minutes.
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Add 2 large eggs, 8 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, pumpkin pie spice, and pure vanilla extract to the pumpkin mixture. Beat until smooth.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar to the pumpkin mixture, mixing until thoroughly combined.
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Pour the pumpkin filling on top of the crust, spreading it into an even layer.
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Bake for 45 minutes or until the center is just set. Let cool completely.
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Cut the cake into squares and serve at room temperature or chilled. Optionally, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice before serving.