Pumpkin Pecan Layer Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   In large mixer bowl combine wafer crumbs, chopped pecans and 3/4 cup butter.
3. 3
   Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until crumbly (1 to 2 minutes).
4. 4
   Press mixture evenly on bottom of 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
5. 5
   In same bowl combine cake mix, pumpkin, 1/4 cup butter and eggs.
6. 6
   Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed (2 to 3 minutes).
7. 7
   Spread 1 3/4 cups batter over crumbs in each pan.
8. 8
   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Cool 5 minutes and remove from pans.
10. 10
    Cool completely.