Description
This classic Peach Dump Cake is a quick and easy dessert featuring juicy peaches layered with sweet yellow cake mix and melted butter, baked to golden perfection. It’s a delicious, comforting treat perfect for any occasion, with a moist, fruity base and a crisp, buttery topping.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches in syrup or about 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Spices
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Prepare Peaches: Pour the canned peaches along with their syrup into the prepared baking dish. If using fresh peaches, peel and slice about 4 cups, then sweeten them with a little sugar or honey before spreading evenly in the dish.
- Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the peaches, making sure the entire surface is covered to create a balanced layering.
- Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted unsalted butter evenly over the cake mix without stirring. The butter will soak into the dry mix during baking, creating a crisp golden topping.
- Add Flavorings: Optionally, sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top and drizzle vanilla extract for an extra depth of flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the peach filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the dump cake to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Notes
- Using canned peaches in syrup adds extra sweetness, but you can substitute fresh peaches for a fresher, less sugary option.
- If using fresh peaches, sprinkle a tablespoon of sugar or drizzle honey over them before adding the cake mix.
- Do not stir after adding the dry cake mix and melted butter; this layering technique helps create the signature topping texture.
- Feel free to add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts on top before baking for added crunch.
- Serve warm for the best flavor experience paired with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
