Cherry Dump Cake
This Cherry Dump Cake Recipe is the one that introduced me to the wondrous Dump Cake!
Mouth-watering cherry pie filling, with the surprise of juicy, shredded pineapple, is the most requested dump cake recipe on the internet.
It’s still my husband’s favorite – with 1/2 cup of shredded coconut and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans added on top!
Trust me, darlings, you’ll want to keep this recipe in the front of your recipe box!
Cherry Dump Cake
Equipment
- 9" x 13" baking pan
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 1 21-oz. can cherry pie filling 21-ounce can cherry pie filling
- 1 20-oz. can 20-ounce can crushed pineapple
- 1 15.25 oz. box yellow cake mix 15.25-ounce box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted melted
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon the crushed pineapple evenly over the cherry pie filling.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving. It's delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Elegant Enhancements
Make your Cherry Dump Cake even more fabulous with these enhancements:
1. Add a Cheesecake Layer
Ingredients:
-1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese (softened),
-1/2 cup granulated sugar,
-1 egg.
Instructions:
Before adding the cherry pie filling, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and egg together until smooth.
Spread this mixture in an even layer in the baking dish, then proceed with the original recipe.
This adds a creamy cheesecake layer that complements the cherry flavor perfectly.
2. Use Chocolate Cake Mix
Ingredients:
-Substitute the yellow cake mix with a chocolate cake mix.
Instructions: Follow the original recipe, but use chocolate cake mix instead of yellow. The rich chocolate flavor pairs wonderfully with the tart cherries, creating a Black Forest cake-inspired dessert.
For extra decadence, sprinkle chocolate chips over the cake mix before adding the melted butter.
3. Incorporate Almond Extract and Sliced Almonds
Ingredients:
-1 teaspoon almond extract,
-1/2 cup sliced almonds.
Instructions:
Mix the almond extract into the cherry pie filling before spreading it in the baking dish.
After spreading the cake mix and pouring the melted butter, sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
The almond flavor enhances the cherries and adds a delightful crunch to the cake.
These variations will add new flavors and textures to the classic cherry dump cake, making it a standout dessert for any occasion.
Presentation Suggestion:
-Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
– Add a maraschino cherry on top of the whipped cream for an extra pop of color.
– Sprinkle a light dusting of powdered sugar over the top of the cake slices.
With just a few minutes of work, you can present your family and friends with this delicious dessert.
I’d love to know how you like this recipe!
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