Description

Pineapple Dump Cake is the ultimate easy dessert: sweet, juicy pineapple layered under a buttery cake mix topping and baked until golden and bubbly. No mixing bowls, minimal ingredients, and maximum payoff—perfect for potlucks, weeknights, or whenever you need a fast tropical treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Ingredients:

1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, in juice (do not drain)
1 (20 oz) can pineapple tidbits or chunks, drained
1 box white or French vanilla cake mix
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Optional toppings: chopped pecans, shredded coconut, or a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Layer Pineapple: Add crushed pineapple with juice to the dish and spread evenly. Top with drained pineapple chunks and distribute evenly.
Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle dry cake mix evenly over the fruit. Do not stir.
Butter: Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
Bake: Bake 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling. Rest 10 minutes, then serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Tips for Best Results

Don’t stir the layers—dump cake texture comes from layering.
Use real butter for superior flavor.
Check that edges are bubbling before removing from oven.
Let it rest briefly so the filling thickens.

Variations

Pineapple Cream Cheese: Dot 8 oz cream cheese over fruit before cake mix.
Apple-Pineapple: Replace half the pineapple with 1 can apple pie filling.
Coconut Cobbler: Sprinkle shredded coconut over the top before baking.
Upside-Down Vibes: Add maraschino cherries and a little brown sugar under the pineapple.

Best Cake Mix Choices

White: neutral; lets pineapple shine.
French vanilla: sweeter, creamier notes.
Yellow: richer, buttery profile.

Storage & Reheating

Store covered in the fridge up to 4 days.
Reheat individual servings 30–40 seconds in microwave, or 350°F for 10–15 minutes for a crisp top.
Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge.

FAQs

Fresh pineapple? Yes—add pineapple juice for moisture.
Yellow cake mix? Absolutely; slightly richer flavor.
Done baking? Top is golden; edges are bubbling.
Gooey center? Normal—fruit keeps it moist; cooling helps it set.
Sugar-free mix? Works; adjust sweetness to taste.

Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

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