5 Ingredient Dump Cake Recipe

Craving a ridiculously easy dessert? This 5-ingredient pineapple cherry dump cake is your answer! No mixing, no bowls, just pure deliciousness. Sweet pineapple, tart cherries, and buttery cake mix combine for a stunningly simple dessert that's ready in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 431.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (23 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Ingredient Dump Cake

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How to Make 5 Ingredient Dump Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  3. Pour one 20 ounce can of crushed pineapple with its juice into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  4. Top with one 21 ounce can cherry pie filling, spreading evenly.
  5. Evenly sprinkle one 15.25 ounce box of yellow cake mix over the fruit.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup of pecan halves over the cake mix.
  7. Dot the top with 1/2 cup (1 stick) of melted unsalted butter.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

43g

Carbs

18g