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Preheat oven to 350°F Coat 2 8in cake pans with cooking spray.
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On medium-low speed, beat cake mix, pumpkin, eggs, 1/2 c water, 1/4 c butter and spices until blended (30 seconds).
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On medium-high speed, beat until fluffy (2 mins).
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Divide between pans. Bake 25-30 mins or until toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Transfer to racks and cool completely.
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Cook pecans in dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, stirring constantly (2 mins). Remove and cool,.
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On medium speed, beat remaining butter until fluffy. Gradually beat in sugar, maple syrup and extract until fluffy (2 mins).
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Combine cooled pecans and 3/4 c frosting. Place cake layer on plate. Spread with pecan mixture. Top with remaining layer. Spread with remaining frosting. Garnish with pumpkins and candies.