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Easy Dump Cake Recipe Feeds 20 Perfect for Big Gatherings

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This easy dump cake recipe is perfect for feeding 20 people with minimal prep and fuss. It combines canned fruit, yellow cake mix, and melted butter for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (29 oz) cans of fruit pie filling (peach, cherry, or apple)
  • 1 (15 oz) can of crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (no pudding in the mix)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks / 226g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, spread the two cans of fruit pie filling evenly across the bottom.
  3. Sprinkle the drained crushed pineapple over the fruit layer.
  4. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
  5. Sprinkle the entire box of yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit layer without mixing.
  6. Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter and pour evenly over the cake mix.
  7. Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the top.
  8. Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy and fruit is bubbling around the edges. Cover loosely with foil after 40 minutes if edges brown too quickly.
  9. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Drain pineapple well to avoid soggy cake. Do not stir layers; layering is key. Melt butter and pour slowly for even coverage and crispy top. Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free cake mix and dairy-free by substituting butter with coconut oil. Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated overnight; add 10 minutes to baking time.

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Keywords: dump cake, easy dessert, crowd-pleaser, big batch dessert, potluck dessert, simple cake recipe

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