cherry dump cake

Cherry Dump Cake is a super easy dessert that requires minimal effort and delivers maximum flavor! It’s made by “dumping” ingredients into a baking dish and baking until bubbly and golden. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe:

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Layer the Ingredients:
- In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the bottom.
- Pour the crushed pineapple (with its juice) over the cherry pie filling and spread evenly.
Add the Cake Mix:
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the fruit layers. Do not mix.
Add Butter and Nuts:
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Alternatively, place thin pats of butter evenly across the top.
- If using, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
Cool and Serve:

Let the dump cake cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Scoop it into bowls and top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Ingredients:

1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or sliced into thin pats)
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Tips:

Customizations: Swap the cherry pie filling for blueberry, peach, or apple pie filling for a different flavor.
Butter Alternative: Use cold butter and grate it over the top of the cake mix for more even coverage.
Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free dessert.

This Cherry Dump Cake is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or when you need a quick dessert that everyone will love! 🍒✨