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Pineapple Dump Cake

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Looking for a no-fuss dessert that tastes like a tropical vacation in every bite? This Pineapple Dump Cake is your answer! A super easy recipe made with pantry staples, it’s the ultimate comfort food for those needing a quick dessert, sweet breakfast idea, or even a laid-back weeknight treat. With juicy crushed pineapple, a buttery cake topping, and optional coconut and nuts, this dessert is gooey, golden, and absolutely irresistible. Whether you’re planning dinner ideas for guests or want to whip up a healthy-ish snack with fruity flair, this easy recipe will not disappoint.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced into thin pats
  • Optional: 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Dump the entire can of crushed pineapple (with juice) into the dish and spread evenly.
  3. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pineapple layer.
  4. Distribute the butter slices evenly across the surface of the cake mix.
  5. (Optional) Sprinkle with coconut flakes, chopped pecans, and brown sugar.
  6. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly at the edges.
  7. Let cool slightly before serving warm. Great with vanilla ice cream!