This easy dump cake recipe is a classic with only 4 ingredients! Switch up the cake flavor and filling for an effortless fruit dessert that is simple, quick and crowd-pleasing.
Quick and Easy Dump Cake
This easy dump cake,is one of the easiest dessert recipes! All you need are four simple pantry ingredients including cake mix and a fruit filling.
It’s similar to cobbler but simple and quick to make with cake mix and pie filling. Other boxed cake mix recipes that are a blast from the past include poke cake and gooey butter cake!
In the fall we make apple dump cake and pumpkin dump cake, but this one with cherry pineapple is a favorite year round. All you need is 5 minutes prep, then just dump, stir, bake and serve warm with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream!
Recipe Ingredients
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Dry cake mix
- Pie filling
- Crushed pineapple
- Unsalted butter
Substitutions and Variations
- Cake mix: I prefer this recipe with yellow cake mix although any flavor will work including white or vanilla cake mix.
- Cobbler dump cake: Use fresh cherry pie filling or try peach pie filling for dessert easier than peach cobbler or apple pie filling for apple cobbler.
- Topping: Add some cinnamon sugar, chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts or sprinkle on some streusel topping.
- Crockpot: Add cans of fruit filling to the bottom of the slow cooker. Mix cake mix with melted butter and sprinkle on top. Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
How to Make a Dump Cake
- Dump 2 cans of fruit into the bottom of a greased 9×13″ baking dish. Make sure to spread the fruit out evenly in the pan.
- Add dry cake mix on top of the fruit. Ensure cake mix covers most of the fruit.
- Thinly slice butter and place on top of cake mix. It will melt and bake into the cake mix, creating a rich and delicious topping.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and bubbly. Enjoy this cobbler with cake mix warm!
Storing and Freezing
- Store: Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 – 4 days. If you like to enjoy it warm again, reheat it in the microwave.
- Freeze: Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm.
Dump cakes are one of the easiest cake recipes to make! Other favorites include chocolate dump cake, blueberry dump cake and peach dump cake.
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Dump Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
- 28 ounces cherry pie filling , 1 large can
- 15 ounces crushed pineapple , 1 can
- 18 ounce box yellow cake mix
- 12 Tablespoons butter , cold
Optional: Chopped nuts, vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease the bottom of a 9×13" pan. Pour the crushed pineapple into the bottom of the pan. Then top with the cherry pie filling.
- Dump the cake mix over the fruit. Then slice the butter into thin pieces (about 24 pieces) over the top. I place 6 rows of butter across the top and 4 down, so it melts evenly. Top with nuts if desired.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly. Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Peach: Use 2 cans undrained sliced peaches in heavy syrup. Or use 1 can sliced peaches and 1 can crushed pineapple.
- Apple: Use 2 cans apple pie filling and top with chopped nuts. You can also use homemade apple pie filling if preferred.
- Blueberry: Use 2 cans blueberry pie filling or 4 cups fresh blueberries + 1/2 cup sugar.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: American, Cake + Cupcakes, Crisps + Cobblers, Desserts, Fruit Desserts, Kid-Friendly, Reader Favorites
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
Great recipe! thank you for that
It was so easy to make and delicious. I made the crockpot version.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! :)
This recipe sounds good BUT you don’t say what SIZE pan to use ??? 8×8 or 9×13 makes a big difference (unless it is there and I totally missed it – if so – I apologize)
Hi Barb! I use a 9×13 for this dump cake recipe! :)
Delicious!
I made it per the recipe. Baked it for 35 minutes. Absolutely no browning. Heading for 50 minutes. It seems like it gonna be great after all! Hang in there.!
Delicious – I added fruit cocktail and cherries
Used slivered almonds too
God bless🦋
Stay safe😷⛑
Sounds delicious!
All I have is a white cake mix. Could I use that??
Yes, that will work! :)
All your recipes are delicious and very easy to bake. Thank you very much.
Thank you! :)
I really appreciate the other fruit options. Easy but I had not thought of those. Thanks!
You’re welcome! It’s fun to try different combinations!
What size pan do you use for this recipe?
9×13!
This is just perfect for dessert tonight. Went and got Chinese Food Then I will make this after we eat! Thank you for sharing!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! :)
I tried this recipe with my grandson,niece and sister in law over zoom and we loved it. Everyone’s dump cake looked scrumptious. Very delicious and easy recipe. Thank you.
What a fun idea! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it. :)
I used strawberry pie filling and a can of mangos. I’d give 10 stars!!! This is over-the-top yummy!!!
Sounds delicious! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. :)
Dumpcake is SO easy and it’s always a hit! I love all of these options. My favorite way to eat it is still warm from the oven, YUM!
I’ve never tried a dump cake before. This was so easy. Totally making again.
Love the variants. Especially blueberry ❤️
Tried this with gluten free cake mix. Didn’t work
Thanks for letting us know. I haven’t tried with gluten free cake mix before.
🙋Its so easy to make and we love how good it tastes. Vinnila iceream and whipped cream on top 😍😍😋👍Thank you for sharing.
I’ so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for leaving a comment and review Cindy. :)