Maxine's Dump Cake

Meet dessert bliss in a baking dish with Maxine's Dump Cake, an effortless yet decadent treat perfect for any occasion. This crowd-pleasing classic combines the tangy sweetness of cherry pie filling, the tropical zest of crushed pineapple, and the buttery richness of a golden yellow cake mix—all layered and baked into perfection in under an hour. Topped with crunchy chopped pecans and optional shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor, this no-fuss dessert requires just 10 minutes of prep time. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, this easy dump cake recipe is guaranteed to become your go-to for both weeknight indulgences and holiday celebrations.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 21 oz canned cherry pie filling
• 20 oz canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
• 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

Spread the canned cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Pour the canned crushed pineapple (including the juice) over the cherry pie filling, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the fruit layers, ensuring it covers the entire surface.

Step 6

Slice the unsalted butter into thin pieces and distribute them evenly across the surface of the cake mix.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the butter and cake mix layer. If using shredded coconut, sprinkle it evenly as well.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cake cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as-is, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1888.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4755.6

Total Fat 262.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 139.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 2288.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 636.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.2g	0%
Total Sugars 394.3g
Protein 39.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 613.3mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2222.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 50.3%