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Luna Hossain

Peach Dump Cake

This peach dump cake is a simple, low-effort dessert that still tastes homemade and comforting. Canned peaches with their syrup are spread in a baking dish, topped with dry cake mix, sliced butter, and optional cinnamon, then baked at 350°F for about 45 minutes until the top is golden and crumbly and the filling is bubbling. After a short rest, it’s served warm with a soft, juicy peach base and a crisp, buttery topping. The recipe works well because the ingredients are layered rather than mixed, making it quick, reliable, and rich in texture and flavor.
Calories: ~350 | Carbs: ~45g | Fat: ~18g | Protein: ~3g
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8 scoops
Course: Easy Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Canned peaches in syrup sliced or chunks, with liquid
  • Dry yellow cake mix
  • Butter
  • Ground cinnamon optional
  • Vanilla ice cream optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish (rectangular casserole style)
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Knife (for cutting butter)

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F. The oven should be fully hot before baking.
  2. Pour the peaches and all their syrup into the baking dish. Spread them into an even layer so the bottom is fully covered.
  3. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over the peaches. The peaches should be hidden under a dry, flat layer.
  4. Cut the butter into slices and place them across the top. Try to cover as much of the dry mix as you can.
  5. If using cinnamon, lightly sprinkle it over the top. You should still see the cake mix underneath.
  6. Place the dish in the oven and bake until the top looks golden and the edges are bubbling, about 45 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. The filling will thicken as it sits.
  8. Scoop into bowls or plates while warm.

Notes

  • Do not stir the layers. Mixing will make the topping dense instead of crumbly.
  • Try to spread the butter evenly. Dry spots can stay powdery if they do not get butter.
  • Do not overbake. If the top gets too dark, the bottom can dry out.