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Cherry Dump Cake

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This Cherry Dump Cake is the ultimate easy dessert for potlucks, family dinners, or spontaneous sweet cravings. By combining a simple box cake mix with butter and canned cherry pie filling, you create a dish that looks complex but requires minimal effort. The bottom layer bakes into a soft, cake-like crust, while the top transforms into a crunchy, golden crumble. The tart sweetness of the cherries bubbles up through the layers, creating a warm, comforting treat that pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic favorite that delivers maximum flavor with minimum cleanup, making it a staple for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 273.7
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This Cherry Dump Cake is the ultimate easy dessert for potlucks, family dinners, or spontaneous sweet cravings. By combining a simple box cake mix with butter and canned cherry pie filling, you create a dish that looks complex but requires minimal effort. The bottom layer bakes into a soft, cake-like crust, while the top transforms into a crunchy, golden crumble. The tart sweetness of the cherries bubbles up through the layers, creating a warm, comforting treat that pairs perfectly with vanilla ice cream. It&# 226;€™s a nostalgic favorite that delivers maximum flavor with minimum cleanup, making it a staple for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
  • 1 Box White or yellow cake mix
  • 1/4 pound Butter or margarine, at room
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix and the softened butter.
  3. 3
    Using a fork, pastry blender, or your hands, mix the butter and cake mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4
    Remove approximately 1 cup of the crumb mixture and set it aside in a small bowl.
  5. 5
    Press the remaining crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  6. 6
    Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until it is lightly golden brown.
  7. 7
    Remove the pan from the oven and carefully pour the cherry pie filling (and chopped nuts, if using) over the hot crust.
  8. 8
    Mix the reserved 1 cup of crumb topping with chopped nuts, if desired, and sprinkle it evenly over the cherry filling.
  9. 9
    Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30 to 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  10. 10
    Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 273.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.8g31%
Saturated Fat 6.3g32%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 291.6mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 21.3g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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