Dump Cake Recipe

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.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 40

Servings:

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 9x13" 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

More variations:

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.

Crockpot method: Pour the fruit in the bottom of the crockpot. Dump the cake mix on top and add the sliced butter. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

Dutch oven method for camping: Line the pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray. Add the fruit filling, then pour the cake mix on top and then the sliced butter. Cover with lid and cook on hot coals for about 30 minutes.

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