Description
Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake is the ultimate fuss-free dessert—just layer the ingredients, bake, and enjoy! This effortless cake combines the sweet-tart flavor of cherries with the tropical brightness of pineapple, all topped with a buttery, golden crumble. No mixing, no special equipment, just pure, sweet indulgence. Perfect for last-minute gatherings, family dinners, or when you’re craving something warm and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the Fruit – Pour the crushed pineapple with its juices into the baking dish, spreading it evenly. Then, add the cherry pie filling, gently spreading it out.
- Add the Cake Mix – Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the fruit. Do not stir!
- Drizzle the Butter – Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix, ensuring it covers as much as possible.
- Add Nuts (If Using) – Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for added crunch.
- Bake – Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool & Serve – Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, plain, or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes
- Do not mix the layers—the magic happens as they bake!
- If you prefer a crispier topping, use sliced butter instead of melted butter and place the slices evenly across the cake mix.
- Want a little extra sweetness? Sprinkle a tablespoon of brown sugar on top before baking.
- This recipe is easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~320
- Sugar: ~30g
- Sodium: ~250mg
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~7g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~2g
- Cholesterol: ~25mg