Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake has just 5 ingredients for an amazing dessert without much work. It’s even better with ice cream and perfect to serve a crowd.
We love Easy Pineapple Desserts and this recipe for Pineapple Upside Down Cake is such a classic treat. I wanted to try a dump cake version but still be able to enjoy all the flavors we love. It turned out great and the entire family loved this cake.
With only a few ingredients, it is easy to enjoy dessert any day of the week. The pineapple combines with the cherries and cake mix for the best treat. If you love pineapple, also try Pineapple Dream Dessert Recipe and Pineapple Bread Pudding.
It is really delicious. We love how easy dump cakes are. You can try even more dump cake recipes.
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Why This Recipe Works
It is a type of dessert that involves simple ingredients and very little preparation. The taste is similar to cobbler but prepared with a cake mix, fruit, butter and other pantry staples.
The process is simple and involves dumping the fruit or filling in a pan and then topping with cake mix and more. If you can toss a few ingredients into a pan, you can make this cake.
You don’t even need mixing bowls!
Ingredients
- Crushed Pineapple. Well drained.
- Maraschino Cherries. Well drained.
- Yellow Cake Mix. You can use any brand you love.
- Light Brown Sugar. Homemade Brown Sugar Recipe is easy to make and use in this cake.
- Butter. Unsalted and melted.
- Vanilla Ice Cream. This is for serving. I love to add a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream on this pineapple cake.
Scroll to the bottom of the page and see the complete ingredients list and recipe.
Step By Step Instructions
- Step 1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Then spray a 9X13 baking dish with a non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2. Pour the drained crushed pineapple and cherries into the prepared baking dish. Spread the pineapple layer out as evenly as possible.
Step 3. Top with the brown sugar layer over top of the cherries.
Step 4. Sprinkle the dry cake mix on top.
Step 5. Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the cake mix.
Step 6. Spread in the pan and bake. It will take about 40-45 minutes until the pineapple is bubbly and the edges of the cake are golden brown.
Step 7. Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes and then serve warm.
Pro Tips
- Don’t mix. Do not mix together any of the ingredients in the pan. Layer the ingredients and then bake. Just simply dump and go without any mixing required.
- Nuts. You can add chopped nuts to this recipe as well. Add them with the brown sugar on top of the crushed pineapple. I love adding chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Cake Mix. We used yellow cake mix but white cake mix can be substituted. Feel free to use Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Duncan Hines or any brand you like.
FAQs
Cover the cake with a lid if your pan has one. If not, you can use plastic wrap or foil for storage.
Refrigerate the leftover cake covered for up to 5 days. Reheat the leftovers in the microwave when ready to enjoy.
If stored properly, it will last up to 5 days.
Yes, this type of cake can be frozen. Cover with plastic wrap and again with foil to ensure freshness. You can also place the cake inside an airtight container with a lid.
Freeze up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the fridge when ready to serve. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Yes, absolutely! Pineapple Tidbits will be a tasty substitute in this cake recipe.
Just make sure to drain the fruit before using. The texture will be a bit different as the fruit is larger but still delicious.
Feel free to substitute white cake mix for the yellow cake mix in this recipe. It is an easy substitute and one that pairs easily with the other ingredients.
I often use what I happen to already have in the pantry or can get on sale at the grocery store. Both are delicious.
More Easy Dump Cake Recipes
- Pineapple Angel Food Dump Cake
- Peach Dump Cake
- Crock Pot Peach Dump Cake Recipe
- Blueberry Dump Cake
- Easy Chocolate Dump Cake
Go ahead and do yourself a favor and make this luscious cake that will be a family favorite. Please leave a star rating and comment once you try it. It makes my day to hear feedback from you.
Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cans Crushed Pineapple 20 oz each – well drained
- 1 jar Maraschino Cherries 10 ounce jar – well drained
- 1 box Yellow Cake Mix 15.25 oz
- 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted
- Vanilla Ice Cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9X13 baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour the drained crushed pineapple and cherries into the baking pan. Spread it out as evenly as possible.
- Sprinkle the brown sugar and then the yellow cake mix on top evenly.
- Slowly pour the melted butter over the top of the cake mix. Do your best to coat as much cake mix as possible.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the pineapple is bubbly and the edges of the cake are golden brown.
- Allow the cake to cool for approximately 15 minutes and then serve warmed topped with the vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
