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5-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake

Effortless 5-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Delight

The 5-Ingredient Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake is a simple yet delicious dessert perfect for summer cookouts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix consider using a gluten-free option if necessary
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple (in juice) do not drain, keep the juice
For the Toppings
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling can substitute with other fruit fillings
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter can use unsalted butter with a pinch of salt
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans can be omitted or replaced with chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 13x9-inch ceramic baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. Layer the undrained crushed pineapple in the baking dish.
  3. Pour the cherry pie filling evenly over the pineapple layer.
  4. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layers.
  5. Dot the surface with thin pats of salted butter.
  6. Top with chopped pecans or chocolate chips if using.
  7. Bake for 48-53 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Cool slightly before serving warm or cold, optionally with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to layer ingredients without mixing for the best texture and flavors. Serve immediately for optimal enjoyment.

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