The Best Dump Cake Recipes
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Dump cakes are the easiest dessert in the world to bake, and they are so doggone delicious you are going to want to keep reading to discover the best dump cake recipes. Mouthwateringly moist, sweet, and overflowing with tender fruit pieces – what more could you want?
Have you heard of a dump cake before? If not, let me introduce you to the easiest baked dessert you’ll ever make. Like cobblers, dump cakes are truly the perfect dessert recipe for beginner bakers.
What is a Dump Cake?
The first dump cake reference was in 1980 and it was for a pineapple cherry dump cake in a holiday baking brochure. The term comes from the fact you “dump” the ingredients in a 9×13 baking dish and then bake – that’s it! It takes 5 minutes to prep most dump cake recipes and approximately 45 minutes to bake in the oven.
Dump cakes have grown in popularity over the years because they’re not only quick and easy to make, but they’re also super versatile. As you’ll see in the Recipe Notes section of the below dump cake recipes, you can adapt your dump cake to suit you. Add nuts for crunch and flavor, mix in oats so it resembles a crisp instead of a cobbler, or substitute the canned fruit listed for your favorite instead. Without further ado, here’s how to make a dump cake, plus the best dump cake recipes that you can enjoy year-round.
Keep scrolling for a video that includes step-by-step instructions on how to bake every one of these dump cakes as well.
Recipe Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you’ll find in every easy dump cake recipe:
- Canned fruit
- Box of yellow cake mix
- Slices of cold, unsalted butter
Every is best served with or a dollop of too.
How To Make a Dump Cake
As you’ll see from the recipes, the steps to make a dump cake are exactly the same, no matter the fruit filling:
- Dump the fruit in the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Dump the dry cake mix over the top of the fruit and spread evenly.
- Add the thin slices of cold butter on top of the boxed cake mix.
- Bake your dump cake for between 35 and 45 minutes, until golden brown and the center no longer wiggles when moved.
Best Dump Cake Recipes
Caramel Apple Dump Cake
This caramel apple dump cake is so decadent, thanks to the caramel baking bits, cinnamon, and tender apple slices. Served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce, this dump cake is a total crowd-pleaser.
Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake
If you like your cakes moist and sweet, you’ll want to check out this cherry pineapple dump cake. The combination of cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple is mouthwateringly good. The chopped pecan pieces are literally the cherry on top!
Peach Dump Cake
It takes just three ingredients to make this peach dump cake, including a can of juicy sliced peaches. It’s going to be a definite hit with fellow peach lovers.
After baking don’t forget to serve in a fun little dish with a scoopful of ice cream! YUM!
Step-by-Step Video Instructions
This video features step-by-step instructions on how to bake every one of these amazing dump cakes:
I have never had the pineapple cherry. I know I will love it.
This takes the guesswork out of a weeknight dessert! So simple to prepare and I usually have all the ingredients on hand. I love the ideas for variety. Thank you!
You are welcome Susan! Hope you love the recipes 🙂
I have some raspberry pie filling that I’ve been wondering what I can do with it. I’m going to make me a dump cake!
I love the simplicity of this recipe! I remember the first time my mom served a dump cake. We all thought it was such a funny name–especially for such a delicious dessert! She used canned cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple; a wonderful combination. However, I like peaches more 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
I love making dump cakes because they are so easy and very delicious! I have made the Cherry Pineapple dump cake and the Peach dump cake – both are big hits. I have even substituted a white cake mix for the yellow one when I was out of yellow cake mix. Either way they are great and such a time-saver.
I love dump cakes they look so delicious I have a good question for your dump cake recipe the peach dump cake looks wonderful would I be able to cook in in a slow cooker I work a lot I hope is a good question I hope I get entered into the contest
I love dump cakes, they are a quick and easy dish to prepare for the potluck you forgot about! I particularly like blueberry (with fresh berries) and strawberry rhubarb (also fresh fruit), but these are my preferences.