Description
This Easy Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake is a simple, delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Combining the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with luscious cherry pie filling and a golden yellow cake topping, this no-fuss recipe delivers a moist, flavorful treat that can be whipped up in under an hour. It’s easily customizable with optional walnuts for added texture and makes a comforting warm dessert served best with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Layer
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Cake Topping
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the cake evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Add Pineapple Layer: Spread the entire can of undrained crushed pineapple evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish to form the base fruit layer.
- Add Cherry Layer: Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the pineapple layer, covering the fruit base completely.
- Top with Dry Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers, making sure the pie fillings are fully covered.
- Drizzle Butter and Add Walnuts: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix to add moisture and richness. Optionally, sprinkle chopped walnuts over the batter for a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling along the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving. For an indulgent touch, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Using undrained pineapple adds moisture which helps make the cake moist and tender.
- Optional walnuts add a pleasant crunch and nutty flavor but can be omitted for nut allergies.
- Make sure to evenly distribute layers to ensure balanced flavors in every bite.
- For a more festive presentation, you can garnish with additional cherries or pineapple chunks before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
