Description
This Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake is a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that combines sweet cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple under a golden, buttery cake topping. With minimal prep and just layering ingredients in a baking dish, it’s perfect for effortless entertaining or a comforting family treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Layer
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
Cake Layer
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dump cake.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Layer Cherry Filling: Spread the entire 21 oz can of cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish to form the first fruit layer.
- Add Pineapple Layer: Evenly layer the 20 oz of crushed pineapple with juice on top of the cherry filling, ensuring an even distribution of fruit.
- Sprinkle Cake Mix: Generously sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers, covering all areas.
- Add Butter Slices: Arrange thinly sliced 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over the surface of the cake mix, spreading them out to allow for even melting during baking.
- Add Nuts (Optional): If using, sprinkle 1/2 cup of chopped nuts evenly over the top for extra texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans or walnuts for the chopped nuts or omit them if preferred.
- For a lighter version, use a reduced-fat cake mix and substitute butter with a butter alternative.
- This dessert is best served warm but can be reheated if needed.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream complements the warm and fruity flavors perfectly.
