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This Pumpkin Crunch Pie Is Even Better Than the Classic

Shae Chambers Student Contributor, University of Pennsylvania
This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at U Penn chapter and does not reflect the views of Spoon University.

Fall is in the air. The leaves are turning, the temperature is dropping, and, most importantly, pumpkins are back on everyone’s radar. Whether in the form of jack-o-lanterns or cliché Starbucks lattes, pumpkins are taking over for the time being once again.

Although I’m all for hopping on the pumpkin bandwagon, I urge you to broaden your horizons when it comes to your fall-themed recipes. With all the Halloween and soon-to-come Thanksgiving gatherings looming, everyone and his brother is scrambling for easy, unique recipes that will wow their friends and family. And I guarantee, this pumpkin crunch recipe will put you way ahead of the game

Pumpkin Crunch Pie

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time:1 hour Total time:1 hour 10 minutesServings:1 servings

Ingredients

Instructions

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    Pre-heat oven to 350°. Line your 9×13 pan with butter and parchment paper. Mix first 7 ingredients listed and pour into 9×13 baking dish.

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    Empty one box yellow cake mix evenly on top of pumpkin mixture.

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    Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.

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    Drizzle 1 cup melted butter on top (2 sticks).

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    Bake for 55-60 minutes until a darker, golden color. Cool completely in the fridge. Plot twist—the crust is on the top. Flip it over. Place frosting on top, powder a light coat of cinnamon, and refrigerate again.

  6. Serve cool and keep leftovers refrigerated. Eat half the pan before you get a chance to share with anyone else.