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Dump Cakes: Easy and Delicious Recipes
Main Description
Dump cakes are a simple and easy dessert option that can be made with just a few ingredients. They are called dump cakes because the ingredients are “dumped” into a baking dish, mixed together, and then baked. This makes them perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a quick and tasty treat. In this article, we’ll share some of our favorite dump cake recipes that are sure to please any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For Basic Dump Cake
1 box of cake mix (your choice of flavor)
2 cans of fruit pie filling (your choice of flavor)
1 stick of butter, sliced
Print RecipeInstructions
- 01
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- 02
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 03
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- 04
Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the fruit.
- 05
Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- 06
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Five Delicious Dump Cake Recipes
Here are five delicious and easy dump cake recipes that are sure to impress your family and friends:
1. Apple Cinnamon Dump Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 2 cans of apple pie filling
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the apple pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the apple pie filling.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon over the cake mix.
- Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutritional value (per serving):
- Calories: 348
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Protein: 1g
2. Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix
- 2 cans of cherry pie filling
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the cherry pie filling.
- Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top of the cake mix (if using).
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutritional value (per serving):
- Calories: 421
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Protein: 3g
3. Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box of lemon cake mix
- 2 cans of blueberry pie filling
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the blueberry pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the blueberry pie filling.
- Sprinkle the lemon zest over the cake mix.
- Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.Nutritional value (per serving):
- Calories: 316
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 2g
4. Pineapple Coconut Dump Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 2 cans of crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the crushed pineapple evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the crushed pineapple.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the cake mix.
- Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutritional value (per serving):
- Calories: 404
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Protein: 2g
5. Peach Cobbler Dump Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 2 cans of peach pie filling
- 1 stick of butter, sliced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the peach pie filling evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cake mix on top of the peach pie filling.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon over the cake mix.
- Arrange the sliced butter on top of the cake mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutritional value (per serving):
- Calories: 348
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Protein: 1g
Nutritional Information
Here’s a table of the nutritional information for each dump cake recipe above:
| Recipe | Calories | Fat (g) | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Cinnamon Dump Cake | 348 | 11 | 61 | 1 |
| Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake | 421 | 18 | 63 | 3 |
| Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake | 316 | 10 | 55 | 2 |
| Pineapple Coconut Dump Cake | 404 | 18 | 62 | 2 |
| Peach Cobbler Dump Cake | 348 | 11 | 61 | 1 |
FAQs
Q1. Can I make dump cakes with fresh fruit instead of canned pie filling?
Yes, you can use fresh fruit instead of canned pie filling. However, you may need to add sugar or other sweeteners to the fruit to create a sweet filling.
Q2. Can I freeze dump cakes?
Yes, you can freeze dump cakes. Simply cover them tightly with plastic wrap and then with aluminum foil before placing them in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat them, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating in the oven.
Q3. Can I use a gluten-free cake mix for dump cakes?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free cake mix for dump cakes. Just make sure to check the ingredients of the cake mix and other ingredients you are using to ensure they are all gluten-free.
Q4. Can I add nuts or chocolate chips to my dump cakes?
Yes, you can add nuts, chocolate chips, or other toppings to your dump cakes to customize them to your liking.
Q5. Can I make dump cakes in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make dump cakes in a slow cooker. Follow the same instructions for layering the ingredients in the slow cooker instead of a baking dish and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1-2 hours.
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