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Cherry Dump Cake Recipe

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Cherry Dump Cake is an easy and delicious dessert that combines sweet cherry pie filling with a buttery yellow cake topping, baked to golden perfection. This dump-and-bake recipe requires minimal prep and results in a moist, flavorful treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 42 oz cherry pie filling
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cake Topping

  • 15 oz box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time you’re ready to bake.
  2. Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the 42 oz cherry pie filling with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and stir gently until well mixed; this will enhance the cherry flavor.
  3. Layer Filling: Pour the cherry mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out smoothly.
  4. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the entire 15 oz box of yellow cake mix evenly over the cherry filling layer, ensuring there are no gaps.
  5. Melt Butter: In a saucepan or microwave, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter until fully liquified but not browned.
  6. Pour Butter & Milk: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix layer, then pour ½ cup of whole milk evenly on top; this moistens the cake mix and helps it bake into a crisp, tender crust.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
  8. Cool & Serve: Allow the dump cake to cool for at least 20 minutes to set before serving; it can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, often paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use chilled or room temperature pie filling for best results.
  • Butter can be substituted with margarine for a dairy-free option, though flavor may be affected.
  • For a crunchier top, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated before serving.
  • Variations include using different pie fillings such as blueberry or peach.

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