Description
This Pineapple Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert featuring layers of juicy crushed pineapple, pineapple rings, and maraschino cherries topped with a buttery yellow cake mix. It’s effortlessly assembled in one pan, making it a perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Layer
- 2 cans (20 oz each) crushed pineapple (in juice, undrained)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings (drained)
- 1 jar (6 oz) maraschino cherries
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Cake Topping
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 8 tablespoons butter (salted, melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cake.
- Add Pineapple and Lemon Juice: Pour the undrained crushed pineapple into the prepared pan evenly, then drizzle the lemon juice over the pineapple to add brightness and balance sweetness.
- Sprinkle Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pineapple layer, making sure to cover the fruit completely without mixing it in.
- Drizzle Melted Butter: Pour melted salted butter evenly over the cake mix, which will moisten the cake mix during baking and create a rich golden crust.
- Layer Pineapple Rings and Cherries: Arrange the drained pineapple rings in rows on top of the cake mix, then scatter the maraschino cherries over the pineapple rings for added color and flavor.
- Add Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top to enhance the sweetness and aid caramelization.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 70 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool Before Serving: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes to allow the layers to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This dump cake is best served warm but can also be enjoyed at room temperature or chilled.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the pineapple layer before topping with cake mix.
- Try serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgent dessert.
- Make sure to use salted butter as it balances the sweetness; if unsalted butter is used, add a pinch of salt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pineapple dump cake, easy dessert, pineapple recipe, fruit cake, one pan cake
