Pineapple Dump Cake
Pineapple Dump Cake is an easy, tropical-inspired dessert made with canned pineapple, cake mix, and butter. Quick to prepare and bursting with sweet, fruity flavor, it’s perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a simple, crowd-pleasing treat.
Servings: 12
Calories: 223kcal
Ingredients
- 2 20 oz cans crushed pineapple, undrained
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
- 1½ sticks butter thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour pineapple (with juice) into the dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the pineapple.
- Evenly cover with dry cake mix (do not mix).
- Arrange butter slices across the top, covering as much cake mix as possible.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden and bubbling around the edges.
- Cool 10–15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Do not drain the pineapple — the juice helps the cake bake properly.
Spread layers evenly for best texture.
Cover cake mix well with butter to prevent dry spots.
Don’t stir — dump cakes work best in layers.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg
