Description
This Easy Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that comes together quickly with just a few ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, this fruity cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter (sliced into thin pats)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the ingredients: Pour the crushed pineapple with its juice into the bottom of the dish and spread evenly. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the pineapple layer. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers.
- Add toppings: Arrange the butter slices evenly over the top of the cake mix, covering as much of the surface as possible. If using, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- You can substitute white or butter cake mix for yellow if preferred.
- For a crisper topping, use cold butter and space the pats evenly.
- Avoid stirring layers—this cake bakes best when assembled as a “dump and bake.”
