Quick & Delicious Pineapple Dump Cake: A Perfect Summer Treat
Pineapple Dump Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with a buttery cake topping. This fuss-free recipe requires minimal preparation—just “dump” the ingredients into a baking dish and bake until golden and bubbly. It’s perfect for gatherings or a quick weeknight treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-14 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (20 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add Pineapple: Pour the crushed pineapple (with its juice) evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Layer Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Add Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the brown sugar layer, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Add Nuts (Optional): If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the cake mix.
- Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the top, covering as much of the dry cake mix as possible.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
- Variations: For a flavor twist, consider adding a can of cherry pie filling on top of the pineapple before adding the cake mix to create a Pineapple-Cherry Dump Cake.
- Butter Distribution: To ensure even baking and to prevent dry spots, make sure the melted butter covers as much of the cake mix as possible. You can also slice cold butter and place the slices evenly over the top instead of using melted butter.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual servings in the microwave before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 piece
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg