Name: Cherry Dump Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Ingredients: 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling (or 4 cups of homemade cherry pie filling); 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow or white cake mix; ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; ½ cup brown sugar; 2 tbs carob fruit syrup or agave syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Optional toppings: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

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I love baking, but sometimes I just don’t have the time (or patience) to make something complicated.

That’s why I’m obsessed with Cherry Dump Cake!

It’s one of the easiest desserts ever. No mixing, no fancy steps, just dump, bake, and enjoy.

Perfect for last-minute get-togethers or a simple family treat.

Plus, it tastes like a warm cherry cobbler with almost no effort.

Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

Pink table with a box of cake mix next to bowls of cherry filling, butter, carob fruit syrup, vanilla extract, and sugar

1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling (or 4 cups of homemade cherry pie filling)
1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow or white cake mix
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbs carob fruit syrup or agave syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Step-by-Step Instructions for the Best Cherry Dump Cake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish so nothing sticks.

Mix the cherry pie filling with the sugar and spread it evenly in the baking dish.

Spreading cherry pie filling on a baking dish

Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the cherries. Don’t stir! Just let it sit on top.

Pour melted butter and carob or agave syrup over the cake mix. Try to cover as much as possible for even baking.

Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, and add whipped cream or ice cream for an extra treat!

Serving the cherry dump cake with a scoop of ice cream

Tips & Tricks for the Perfect Dump Cake

You can use fresh cherries instead of canned filling. Just mix them with sugar and a little cornstarch before using.
Try different cake mixes. Chocolate, spice, or vanilla all work well.
To make a DIY cake mix, use flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Add chopped nuts or oats to the topping to make it crunchy.
Reduce the sugar or use unsweetened cherries if you want the cake to be less sweet.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for later.
To make an Apple Dump Cake, swap cherries for apple pie filling and sprinkle cinnamon on top.

That’s it! This Easy Dump Cake Recipe is simple, quick, and crazy delicious.

Make it for a party or just when craving something sweet.

Try it today and let me know how you like it!

Cherry Dump Cake

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Additional Time 20 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling (or 4 cups of homemade cherry pie filling)
1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow or white cake mix
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbs carob fruit syrup or agave syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish so nothing sticks.
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the cherries. Don’t stir! Just let it sit on top.
Pour melted butter and carob or agave syrup over the cake mix. Try to cover as much as possible for even baking.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving and add whipped cream or ice cream for an extra treat!