What is the difference between pumpkin crisp and pumpkin dump cake?

Pumpkin crisp uses a homemade cinnamon streusel topping made from flour, sugar, and melted butter, which creates a crunchy, golden crumb. Pumpkin dump cake is made by sprinkling a dry boxed cake mix over the filling and dotting it with butter, resulting in a softer, more cake-like topping. The streusel is what defines a true crisp.

Can I make pumpkin crisp ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the pumpkin layer and the streusel topping separately up to 48 hours in advance and store them in the refrigerator. When you are ready to bake, simply sprinkle the streusel over the filling and bake as directed. This is a great option for busy holidays like Thanksgiving.

Can I add oats or nuts to the streusel topping?

Yes, you can add up to 1 cup of old-fashioned or quick oats to the streusel for a more traditional crisp texture. You can also fold in up to 3/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch. Fold them in after mixing the streusel ingredients.

Can I make pumpkin crisp dairy free?

Yes, you can make this recipe dairy free by substituting the heavy cream in the pumpkin layer with an equal amount of full-fat canned coconut milk. For the streusel, use a dairy-free butter substitute in place of the unsalted butter. The result is a delicious and creamy dairy-free dessert.

Pumpkin Crisp Recipe With Buttery Cinnamon Streusel Topping

Ingredients

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Pumpkin Pie Layer
1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
⅔ cup heavy cream

Cinnamon Streusel
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

1-Preheat oven to 375°F: Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 12-inch cast iron skillet or a 9×9 baking dish. Set aside.
2-In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin,: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk in heavy cream until smooth. Pour into prepared skillet and set aside.
3-In a medium bowl, whisk together flour,: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add melted butter in three pours, stirring with a fork (or pressing together with your fingers) until crumbly. Spread cinnamon streusel topping on top of pumpkin pie mixture in an even layer.
4-Bake until filling is set and top: Bake until filling is set and top is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.
5-Let cool for 10 minutes, so the: Let cool for 10 minutes, so the custard filling can firm up. Then serve warm topped with ice cream or whipped cream.

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Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 40 min
Method: bake

Nutrition

Calories: 628
Sugar: 65g
Sodium: 326mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Carbohydrates: 92g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 131mg