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Cherry Dump Cake Recipe

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This Cherry Dump Cake is an easy, foolproof dessert that combines sweet cherry pie filling with fluffy yellow cake mix and rich butter for a simple, delicious treat. No mixing bowls required—just dump the ingredients, bake, and enjoy a warm, comforting cake perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 42 oz cherry pie filling
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cake

  • 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 is hot and ready when the cake goes in.
  2. Prepare Cherry Layer: In a baking dish, spread the entire 42 oz can of cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract over the cherry layer to enhance the flavor.
  3. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the 15 oz box of yellow cake mix evenly over the cherry filling without stirring, creating a dry layer on top.
  4. Pour Butter and Milk: Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter and combine it with ½ cup of whole milk. Pour this mixture evenly over the cake mix layer. This butter and milk mixture will moisten the cake mix, creating a crisp, golden topping.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for about 15 minutes before serving. This lets the cherry filling thicken slightly, making it easier to slice and deliciously gooey.

Notes

  • This dessert is best served warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
  • You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings like blueberry or apple for variety.
  • Do not stir the layers; the magic happens as the butter soaks through the cake mix while baking.
  • Use fresh butter for the best flavor and the perfect crumbly texture.

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