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Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake

This pineapple upside-down dump cake is a simple, low-effort dessert that’s hard to mess up and perfect for when you want something warm and homemade. The method involves preheating the oven, layering pineapple and cherries in a baking dish, sprinkling dry cake mix on top without stirring, covering it with sliced butter, and baking until golden and bubbly. After a short rest, it serves with a soft cake topping and a very moist, syrupy fruit base. The recipe is loved because it requires minimal prep, little measuring or mixing, and still delivers a sweet, comforting, fruity dessert.
Calories: ~320 | Carbs: ~50g | Fat: ~12g | Protein: ~3g
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9
Course: Easy Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Pineapple slices or chunks with juice
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Yellow cake mix
  • Butter

Equipment

  • Rectangular baking dish (glass works best)
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Oven
  • Knife (for cutting butter)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. The oven should be fully hot before baking.
  2. Spread the pineapple evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. The fruit should cover most of the surface.
  3. Place maraschino cherries on top of the pineapple. Some can sit in gaps between the fruit.
  4. Pour the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit. Do not stir. The mix should look dry on top.
  5. Cut the butter into thin slices and place them over the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the surface as you can.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes. The top should look set and lightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. The cake will look soft and juicy underneath.

Notes

Do not stir the layers, or the cake can turn gummy. Try not to leave dry cake mix uncovered by butter, or you may get powdery spots. If you bake too long, the edges can dry out even though the center stays soft.