Super Easy Cherry Dump Cake
Indulge in the effortless delight of a Super Easy Cherry Dump Cake, the ultimate dessert for busy bakers and sweet tooths alike! This one-pan masterpiece combines a luscious layer of tart cherry pie filling, vibrant crushed pineapple, and a buttery yellow cake mix for a warm, fruit-filled treat that’s golden and bubbling in under an hour. Topped with melting pats of butter and optional crunchy pecans, this dump-and-bake dessert is as simple as it is delicious. With just 5 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, it’s perfect for last-minute gatherings or a cozy family dessert. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: easy cherry dump cake, quick dessert, cherry pineapple cake, one-pan dessert recipe.
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Ingredients
- 42 oz cherry pie filling
- 20 oz crushed pineapple (juice included)
- 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Step 3
Pour the crushed pineapple (along with its juice) over the cherry pie filling, spreading it out into an even layer.
Step 4
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers; do not mix it in.
Step 5
Slice the butter into thin pats and distribute them evenly over the top of the cake mix to cover the entire surface.
Step 6
If desired, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling slightly.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2302.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4338.1 |
| Total Fat 150.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2802.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 775.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 566.5g | |
| Protein 32.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 637.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1979.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories