Cranberry Orange Dump Cake
Cranberry Orange Dump Cake is a warm, inviting dessert that beautifully blends tart cranberries with sweet orange zest, topped with a golden cake layer. This easy-to-make treat requires minimal effort, making it perfect for any occasion—from holiday feasts to casual weeknight indulgences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a show-stopping dessert that will leave your guests craving more, all while filling your kitchen with delightful aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange zest until well coated; spread evenly in the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the cranberry layer without stirring.
- Drizzle melted butter over the cake mix, covering as evenly as possible.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly; let cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg