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20+ Delicious Dump Cake Recipes

March 13, 2023 by tayler Leave a Comment

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When it comes to searching for an easy dessert recipe, it doesn’t get better than a dump cake. With plenty of flavors from fruity to chocolate, these easy Dump Cake Recipes will be your new go to dessert.

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The premise behind a dump cake is just as it sounds- you “dump” the ingredients on top of each other. There is generally no mixing involved, and it’s a great way to make a quick desserts with only a few simple ingredients.

You usually start with a fruit layer, then sprinkle a box of cake mix evenly over that, and then top with melted butter. Bake until golden brown and you have yourself a great dessert that took no time at all.

Served with fresh fruit like fresh peaches during peach season or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this sweet treat is the perfect dessert and sure to become a family favorite in no time.

Popular Dump Cake Recipes Ingredients

Table of Contents

  • Popular Dump Cake Recipes Ingredients
  • How to Store a Dump Cake
  • More Easy Cake Desserts

While every dump cake recipe is different, here are a few ingredients to keep on hand to make a delicious dessert in a pinch

  • Dry cake mix – Most popularly used cake mixes are yellow cake mix, white cake mix or chocolate cake mix.
  • Fruit – Most recipes call for a fruit filling or canned fruit like apple pie filling, strawberry pie filling, pumpkin pie mix, or canned cherry pie filling.
  • Butter – For most of these easy dump cakes, you pour melted butter over top of the cake mix in an even layer.

How to Store a Dump Cake

Most of these best dump cake recipes can be left out at room temperature while serving. However, it’s a good idea to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator after serving.

You can also wrap the whole casserole dish in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator that way. Of course, check the instructions for each specific recipe to be sure.

Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
With only five ingredients, you can have this EASY Cherry Dump Cake recipe ready in under one hour! Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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Caramel Apple Dump Cake
This caramel apple dump cake is made from apple pie filling, gooey caramel sauce, buttery yellow cake mix and a melted butter and vanilla blend.
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Apple Dump Cake
Quick and easy to make, this Apple Dump Cake only takes minutes to prepare. With pantry staples, this cake is ideal as a last-minute dessert!
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Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake
This Lemon Blueberry Dump Cake is one of our favorite easy desserts. All you need is four ingredients and one baking dish to make this rich, buttery cobbler that everyone will love!
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Strawberry Dump Cake
This Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe will be your new go-to summer dessert! It’s made with three main ingredients that are “dumped” into a pan and baked. The result is a cobbler-like dessert that tastes delicious with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. 
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Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake
This strawberry cheesecake dump cake is an easy dessert that packs big flavors of creamy cheesecake and sweet strawberries. This crowd pleaser is perfect for a family dessert or to top off the perfect home date night!
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Peach Dump Cake
Quick and easy, this peach dump cake recipe uses only 4 ingredients and is ready in 40 minutes using zero mixing bowls.
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Blueberry Dump Cake
This Blueberry Dump Cake is an easy 3 ingredient dessert recipe that the whole family will enjoy! It's similar to a cobbler and perfect when topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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Pineapple Dump Cake
Pineapple Dump Cake is a classic dessert that is rich, buttery and so delicious. With only 5 ingredients and about 10 minutes of preparation, this is a dessert to bake and enjoy any day of the week!
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Apple Pumpkin Dump Cake
If you haven’t jumped on the “dump cake train” yet, this super easy Apple Pumpkin Dump Cake is a great recipe to try out! It makes a delicious fall dessert and only requires a handful of ingredients! 
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Hot Chocolate Dump Cake
With this Hot Chocolate Dump Cake, there's no need to decide between hot cocoa and chocolate cake – you can have both! An easy holiday dessert made with just six ingredients!
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Chocolate Strawberry Dump Cake
This Chocolate Strawberry cake dessert recipe is a great way for home bakers to celebrate the season of comfort! This easy cake can be put together in just minutes!
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Lemon dump cake with condensed milk only takes 5 ingredients and is one of the best lemon dump cake recipes!! This is a quick, easy dessert you'll love.
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Cranberry Apple Dump Cake
This apple cranberry dump cake has a crisp vanilla cake topping with a delicious fruity layer below, flavored with cinnamon!
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Rhubarb Dump Cake
My Rhubarb Dump Cake is as easy and delicious as it gets! With just 5 ingredients and only 10 minutes of prep, this dump cake recipe is so simple and makes a perfect dessert for spring and summer!
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Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake
This rich Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake recipe is kicked up a notch with the addition of a layer of fudge. Ooey Gooey delicious is the result! This may just be the ultimate easy dessert for anyone who loves chocolate covered cherries.
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Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake
Cherry Cheesecake Dump Cake is layered with plump cherries, luscious cream cheese, cake mix, and butter. This cherry cream cheese dump cake only needs a few ingredients and is decadent, it will soon become your favorite dessert.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
This pumpkin dump cake is a creamy pumpkin pie filling topped with a decadent pecan butter cake. Serve with ice cream on top for the perfect end to any fall dinner or holiday meal!
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plate of pumpkin dump cake
Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake
Cherry pineapple dump cake made with only four ingredients including crushed pineapple and cherry pie filling.  This super simple dessert recipe makes a tart filling with a buttery crunchy top layer.
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