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Easy Dump Cake with Canned Fruit

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A quick and budget-friendly dessert made with just five ingredients, combining canned fruit and yellow cake mix for a comforting, fruity treat with a golden, crispy topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can of fruit (about 21 oz / 595 g), such as canned pineapple or cherry pie filling (can substitute peaches or mixed fruit)
  • 1 box of yellow cake mix (15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted (113 g)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, about 50 g), such as walnuts or pecans
  • Optional spices: 1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Drain the canned fruit slightly, leaving some juice but not too much to avoid sogginess.
  3. Pour the drained fruit evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out.
  4. Sprinkle the entire box of yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit without stirring.
  5. Sprinkle chopped nuts and optional spices over the cake mix.
  6. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top, pouring carefully to cover all dry mix.
  7. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy and the fruit is bubbling around the edges.
  8. Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not stir the cake mix into the fruit; the dry cake mix on top soaks up the fruit juices while baking, creating a crunchy top and soft bottom. Drizzle melted butter evenly for a golden crust. Watch the cake in the last 10 minutes to avoid burning. Use a baking sheet under the dish to catch any bubbling juice drips. Can be served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Leftovers keep up to 4 days refrigerated or 2 months frozen.

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