Easter Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake Recipe
This Easter Dump Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert perfect for celebrating springtime festivities. Combining layers of yellow cake mix, juicy crushed pineapple, and sweet cherry pie filling, it features a golden, buttery crust with an optional creamy white chocolate sauce and festive Easter candy decorations. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser requires minimal prep with a luscious fruity flavor and a crisp, tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or white cake mix)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and divided
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, with juice
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Optional Decorations:
- Easter candy eggs (such as Cadbury mini eggs or M&M’s speckled eggs)
- Shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with non-stick spray or butter to ensure the cake does not stick during baking.
- Make the Base Cake Layer: Evenly sprinkle half of the yellow cake mix over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Drizzle 1/4 cup of the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Use a spoon or spatula to gently press the mixture down, forming a light, compact base layer.
- Add the Fruit Layer: Spoon the entire can of crushed pineapple, including its juice, evenly over the cake mix base. Next, add dollops of cherry pie filling distributed evenly across the pineapple. Lightly swirl the pineapple and cherries together using a spoon to blend the fruit layers without fully mixing.
- Prepare and Add Optional White Chocolate Sauce: If desired, melt the white chocolate chips together with heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Pour this white chocolate sauce evenly over the fruit layer to enhance richness and flavor.
- Finish with Remaining Cake Mix and Butter: Sprinkle the remaining half of the yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit and white chocolate layers. Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of melted butter evenly on top to help create a golden and crispy topping during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. The top should be golden brown and bubbling around the edges when done. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover the dish with aluminum foil during the last 5 to 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Decorate: Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes after baking. If desired, sprinkle shredded coconut on top. Decorate with Easter candy eggs such as Cadbury mini eggs or speckled M&M’s to create a festive presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute white cake mix for yellow cake mix if preferred.
- The white chocolate sauce is optional but adds a nice creamy texture and flavor contrast.
- Ensure the butter is evenly drizzled to achieve a crisp, golden crust.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before decorating to prevent candy from melting.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently warmed before serving.
- For a more textured topping, gently press the cake mix after drizzling butter before baking.
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