Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes are the perfect solution for those busy days when you crave a delicious dessert without the fuss. These delightful cakes are not only scrumptious but also incredibly easy to make, requiring minimal prep work and just a few ingredients. From warm fruit flavors to rich chocolate goodness, Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes will quickly become a family favorite.

Recipe Information

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Difficulty Level: Easy

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories: 350
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 180 mg

Why Make Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes offer an uncomplicated way to whip up a tasty dessert for any occasion. Whether you want to impress guests or simply enjoy a sweet treat after dinner, these cakes deliver in flavor and presentation without demanding too much time in the kitchen. They’re also highly customizable; each recipe can be tailored to include your favorite fruits, cake mixes, or toppings, making it easy to put your own spin on the classics.

How to Make Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes Step by Step

Ingredients

6 cups cold water
1/4 cup lemon juice
9 large Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, diced)
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 tsp apple pie spice
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup cold butter (sliced into pats)
1/4 cup melted butter
2 3/4 cups dark brown sugar (packed, divided into 2 cups & 3/4 cup)
1 cup dark corn syrup
1 1/4 cup salted butter (melted & cooled, divided 1/2 cup & 3/4 cup)
3 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
4 cups pecan halves (divided into 3 cups & 1 cup)
15.25 oz white cake mix
1 cup hot water
Caramel topping (optional)
42 oz strawberry pie filling
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup salted butter (cold)
42 oz blueberry pie filling
1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted, not hot)
1 box chocolate cake mix
1 (5.1 oz) box instant chocolate pudding
2 1/2 cups whole milk
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 (12 oz) jars lemon curd
1 large egg (room temperature)
1/4 cup sugar
1 (15.25 oz) box vanilla, lemon, yellow, or white cake mix

Directions

1. For each dump cake, preheat the oven as per normal cake preparation.
2. For Apple Dump Cake: Combine apples, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and spices in a baking dish, layer with cake mix, top with butter pats, bake until golden.
3. For Pecan Dump Cake: Mix dark brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla, then mix with pecans and cake mix, pour hot water over top, and bake until set.
4. For Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake: Mix pie filling with cream cheese, sour cream, and powdered sugar. Layer with cake mix and butter, bake until bubbly.
5. For Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake: Follow the same directions as Strawberry but with blueberry filling.
6. For Chocolate Dump Cake: Mix melted butter with cake mix, pudding, and milk, add chocolate chips on top, and bake until done.
7. For Lemon Dump Cake: Mix lemon curd with cream cheese, egg, and sugar, layer on prepped cake mix and butter, and bake until firm.

How to Serve Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

Serve these delightful cakes warm, drizzled with caramel sauce for a touch of indulgence. Pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat. For a more refreshing contrast, consider serving with fresh fruit or a simple salad to balance the sweetness.

How to Store Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

To store your Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes, simply place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze the cakes by slicing them and wrapping each piece in foil or plastic wrap before sealing in a freezer bag. To reheat, just pop them in the microwave for a quick warm-up or heat in the oven until warmed through.

Expert Tips for Cooking Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

• Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing, especially for cream cheese and eggs.
• Experiment with different cake mixes and fillings to create your preferred flavors.
• Make sure to layer the cake mix evenly for a consistent bake.

Delicious Variations of Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

• For a spicy twist, add a pinch of ground ginger or nutmeg to the apple filling.
• Mix in some zest of your favorite citrus fruit for a refreshing flavor boost.
• Try a no-sugar-added version using fresh fruits or natural sweeteners if you prefer a healthier option.

Conclusion

There’s no need to complicate dessert time with these Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes. With their incredible flavors and easy preparation, they’re perfect for any occasion. So grab your ingredients and get baking — your taste buds will thank you!

Sweet & Simple Dump Cakes

Delicious and easy-to-make dump cakes featuring a variety of flavors and customizable ingredients for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

For Apple Dump Cake

• 9 large large Granny Smith apples (peeled, cored, diced)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp apple pie spice
• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1/2 cup cold butter (sliced into pats)

For Pecan Dump Cake

• 2 3/4 cups dark brown sugar (packed, divided into 2 cups & 3/4 cup)
• 1 cup dark corn syrup
• 3 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup pecan halves (divided into 3 cups & 1 cup)

For Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

• 42 oz strawberry pie filling
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup salted butter (cold)

For Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake

• 42 oz blueberry pie filling

For Chocolate Dump Cake

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 5.1 oz instant chocolate pudding
• 2 1/2 cups whole milk
• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

For Lemon Dump Cake

• 2 jars lemon curd
• 1 large egg (room temperature)
• 1/4 cup sugar

Miscellaneous

• 6 cups cold water For mixing with other ingredients.
• 1/4 cup melted butter For mixing with other ingredients.

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven as per normal cake preparation.

Apple Dump Cake

• Combine apples, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and spices in a baking dish, layer with cake mix, top with butter pats, bake until golden.

Pecan Dump Cake

• Mix dark brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla, then mix with pecans and cake mix, pour hot water over top, and bake until set.

Strawberry Cheesecake Dump Cake

• Mix pie filling with cream cheese, sour cream, and powdered sugar. Layer with cake mix and butter, bake until bubbly.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake

• Follow the same directions as Strawberry but with blueberry filling.

Chocolate Dump Cake

• Mix melted butter with cake mix, pudding, and milk, add chocolate chips on top, and bake until done.

Lemon Dump Cake

• Mix lemon curd with cream cheese, egg, and sugar, layer on prepped cake mix and butter, and bake until firm.

Notes

Serve warm, drizzled with caramel sauce, and paired with vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze sliced pieces.

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