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Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake
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Irresistibly Easy Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake That's a Crowd-Pleaser

This Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake is an easy dessert that combines flavors of pineapple and cherries, perfect for any gathering.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Baking, crowd-pleaser, Easy Dessert, Pineapple Cherry Dump Cake, quick cake
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 250kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish

Ingredients

Base

  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple Use canned to keep it hassle-free
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling Adds vibrant color and rich sweetness
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Serves as the crumbly base

Topping

  • 1/2 cup Butter melted
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar optional, for extra crispy edges

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread crushed pineapple (including juice) evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  • Layer cherry pie filling on top of the pineapple.
  • Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the top without mixing it in.
  • Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as much as possible. Optional: Add sugar.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast.