Effortless 5-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Bliss

This 5-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert filled with sweet and tangy flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake Base

1 box yellow cake mix Feel free to swap with chocolate cake mix for a unique twist!

For the Fruit Layers

1 can crushed pineapple (in 100% juice) Make sure to leave it undrained for the best consistency.
1 can cherry pie filling Replace with blueberry pie filling if you’re in the mood for a different flavor.

For the Crust and Crunch

1/2 cup salted butter, sliced Unsalted butter works just as well if you prefer!
1 cup chopped pecans Feel free to omit or substitute with walnuts if desired.

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
Dump the undrained crushed pineapple into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
Pour the cherry pie filling over the pineapple layer and distribute the cherries evenly.
Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers in the baking dish.
Dot with sliced salted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix layer.
Sprinkle chopped pecans over the buttery layer, covering the surface adequately.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and let it bake for 48-53 minutes.
Once baked, allow to cool slightly and serve warm, hot, or cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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