Get ready to revolutionize your baking game with the most ridiculously simple yet incredibly delicious dessert that will have everyone begging for your secret! The LDC Cherry and Pineapple Dump Cake is not just a recipe; it's a magical culinary experience that transforms basic ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece with almost zero cooking skills required. Imagine creating a dessert so good, it looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, when in reality, you'll spend more time eating it than preparing it!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: Dessert
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1 can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cake bakes evenly and thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the can of cherry pie filling and the drained can of crushed pineapple. Stir them together gently until they are well mixed.
- Spread the cherry and pineapple mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Make sure to cover the bottom completely for a nice base.
- Open the box of yellow cake mix and sprinkle it evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish. Do not stir; just make sure the cake mix covers the fruit completely.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix. This will help create a golden, crispy topping as it bakes.
- If you are using chopped nuts, sprinkle them evenly over the melted butter and cake mix. This adds a nice crunch and flavor to the dump cake.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.
- Once baked, remove the dump cake from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. This will make it easier to serve.
- Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Enjoy your delicious LDC Cherry and Pineapple Dump Cake!
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for easier drizzling and more even coverage.
- For extra richness, consider using melted vanilla butter or adding a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Don't overmix the fruit - you want those beautiful chunks and layers.
- Check the cake around 40 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Let the cake rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow the fruit to set.
- For a gourmet touch, toast the nuts before sprinkling them on top.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 271kcal
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 18mg
