Berry Puff Pastry Dump Cake
Oh honey, if there’s one thing I love, it’s looking like I put in way more effort than I actually did.
That’s why this Berry Puff Pastry Dump Cake is my new best friend—it’s all buttery, flaky goodness on the outside and bursting with sweet, juicy berries on the inside.
It’s like something you’d find in a French bakery, except you don’t have to pretend you understand French to enjoy it.
The best part? There’s no dough-rolling, no complicated steps, and absolutely no reason to stress. Just plop some puff pastry in a dish, dump in a bunch of berries, throw another layer of pastry on top, and let the oven do all the hard work while you sip something bubbly.
When it’s done, you’ve got a golden, flaky masterpiece that practically begs to be paired with a scoop of ice cream.
So go ahead—serve it at brunch, bring it to a potluck, or just eat it straight out of the dish while wearing pajama pants. However you enjoy it, just know that you’re about to become everyone’s favorite baker… without breaking a sweat.
Berry Puff Pastry Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
- 1 large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry sheets thawed (because ain’t nobody got time for homemade)
- 4 cups mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries—basically whatever looks good at the store
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweeten those berries up like a summer romance
- 1/4 cup cornstarch so things don’t turn into a berry swamp
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for that little extra je ne sais quoi
- 1/4 cup butter melted (because butter is life)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This is a necessary evil, but it’ll be worth it.
- Take one puff pastry sheet and plop it into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. No need to be precise—this is rustic elegance.
- In a large bowl, mix your berries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Stir it all up like you’re a potions master.
- Dump (yes, literally) that sweet, juicy berry mixture onto the puff pastry. Spread it out so no berry feels left out.
- Take the second puff pastry sheet and lovingly drape it over the berries like a warm, buttery blanket. For a fancy effect, cut the puff pastry into strips and create a lattice design over the berries.
- Brush the top with melted butter (because golden, flaky goodness doesn’t just happen on its own).
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until your house smells like a fancy bakery and the top is gloriously golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly—because molten berry lava is real, and we don’t need third-degree burns. Then serve and bask in the compliments.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Elegant Enhancements
Berry Lemonade Vibes:
Add the zest and juice of one lemon to the berry mix. It’s like a summer picnic in a bite!
Coconut Berry Bliss:
Mix in 1/2 cup shredded coconut. Because who doesn’t love a tropical surprise?
Berry Chocolate Heaven:
Sprinkle 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips over the berries before adding the top layer. Berries and chocolate? Say less.
Presentation Suggestions:
Fancy Schmancy:
Dust the top with powdered sugar, throw on a few whole berries, and serve on delicate china to make your guests think you have your life together.
Ice Cream Extravaganza:
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream—because hot, flaky pastry and melty ice cream are a match made in dessert heaven.
Brunch-Approved:
Cut into squares, drizzle with honey or a lemon glaze, and call it “artisan.” Bonus points if you serve it with mimosas.
Rustic Charm:
Serve it straight from the dish with a big spoon and zero shame. It’s called family-style, and it’s fabulous.
Go ahead and make this ridiculously easy, ridiculously delicious dessert!
And when your friends start asking for the recipe, just smile and say, “Oh, it’s just something I threw together.”
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