Cherry Dump Cake
Cherry Dump Cake is a heartwarming dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy cherries under a golden, buttery cake layer. This simple recipe requires minimal effort and ingredients, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the cherry pie filling into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the cherries without stirring.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top for added crunch.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg