Step 1

Combine crust ingredients and spread onto bottom of 9 by 13 baking pan that has been buttered or sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Mix pumpkin filling ingredients until thoroughly combined and pour into baking dish on top of crust layer.

Step 3

Combine 3/4 cup reserved cake mix, sugar, and butter. Crumble together with fingers and sprinkle on top of pumpkin filling.

Step 4

Sprinkle 1 cup chopped pecans on top.

Step 5

Bake at 350 F until golden brown on top, about 1 hour.

Step 6

Drizzle with Caramel Sauce and top with whipped cream.