Pineapple Upside Dump Cake
Pineapple Upside Dump Cake is a delightful, hassle-free dessert that brings the tropical flavors of pineapple and buttery cake together in perfect harmony. With its golden, bubbly top and rich sweetness, this cake evokes memories of sunny days and family gatherings. Ideal for potlucks or cozy nights in, it requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor, making it a favorite among dessert lovers!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 oz) canned pineapple chunks in juice, drained
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional; walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Spread drained pineapple chunks evenly at the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pineapple layer—no mixing required!
- Drizzle melted butter generously over the cake mix.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts on top for added crunch.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Let cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (97g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg