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Delicious Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake topped with a golden cake layer and fruit filling.

Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake

A simple and delicious dessert that combines cherry pie filling and crushed pineapple baked under a buttery cake mix topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Layer
  • 1 can cherry pie filling (about 21 ounces)
  • 1 can crushed pineapple (about 20 ounces, do not drain) Leaving the juice in helps with baking.
Cake Layer
  • 1 box yellow cake mix (standard size)
  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks), melted or sliced thin Butter coverage is key to avoiding dry spots.
  • Optional chopped pecans or walnuts For extra crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9 by 13 baking dish, or spray it with nonstick spray.
  3. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  4. Spoon the crushed pineapple (with all its juice) over the cherry layer and spread it out.
  5. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the fruit, covering all corners.
  6. Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix, or lay thin slices of butter all over the top.
  7. If using nuts, sprinkle them on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until the top looks golden and you see bubbly fruit around the edges.
  2. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to set up.

Notes

For a crunchier topping, ensure even butter coverage. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or Greek yogurt. Leftovers can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.