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Light & Easy 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Pie

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This incredibly easy pumpkin pie uses just three ingredients and comes together in minutes. It features a silky pumpkin custard with a tender, slightly crisp cake mix topping that forms its own crust as it bakes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • Optional: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9-inch pie dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until completely smooth and uniform, about 30 seconds. Do not overmix.
  3. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie dish and spread evenly. Tap the dish gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  4. Sprinkle the entire box of yellow cake mix evenly over the top of the pumpkin mixture. Do not stir. If using optional spices, whisk them into the cake mix before sprinkling.
  5. If using, drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix.
  6. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is just set (it should wobble slightly like Jell-O, not be liquid). If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil after 30 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Cool completely at room temperature, about 2 hours.
  8. Once completely cool, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Overnight is best for flavor development.

Notes

For best results, use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. The pie actually improves after a day in the refrigerator as flavors meld. For a dairy-free version, use coconut-based sweetened condensed milk and melted coconut oil. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free yellow cake mix. Spice cake mix can be substituted for yellow cake mix for extra warmth.

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