Peach dump cake is an incredibly easy and delicious dessert that requires minimal effort. It’s called a “dump” cake because you simply dump the ingredients into a baking dish and let the oven do the work. Here’s a classic recipe for peach dump cake:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (21 oz) peach pie filling
- 1 can (15 oz) sliced peaches in syrup (drained)
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Layer the Ingredients:
- Spread the peach pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the drained sliced peaches on top of the pie filling.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the peaches. Do not stir.
- If using, sprinkle the ground cinnamon and chopped nuts over the cake mix.
- Add the Butter:
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the cake mix as possible to help it cook evenly.
- Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Serve:
- Remove the dump cake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips:
- You can use other fruit pie fillings like cherry, apple, or blueberry for a different flavor.
- If you prefer a richer flavor, you can use brown sugar instead of the cake mix or add a layer of brown sugar between the fruit and the cake mix.
- For a crispier topping, you can sprinkle some rolled oats or coconut flakes over the cake mix before adding the butter.
Enjoy your peach dump cake! It’s a simple, comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
