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Pineapple Dump Cake Recipe

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This Pineapple Dump Cake is a delightfully easy and impressive dessert that combines sweet, juicy crushed pineapple with a buttery cake topping and a crunchy pecan layer. Perfect for any occasion, it requires minimal prep and bakes into a bubbly, golden treat best served warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

Pineapple Mixture

  • 2 cans (20 oz each) crushed pineapple, do not drain

Topping

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup butter, melted

Optional

  • Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your cake is assembled.
  2. Prepare Pineapple Base: Pour the crushed pineapple with its juice evenly into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, creating a moist foundation for the cake.
  3. Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the pineapple evenly, covering the entire surface.
  4. Add Nuts: Evenly sprinkle the chopped pecans on top of the cake mix layer for a crunchy contrast.
  5. Brown Sugar Layer: Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the pecans to add sweetness and caramelization.
  6. Drizzle Butter: Melt the butter and drizzle it all over the top layer to moisten the dry ingredients and help them bake into a delicious crust.
  7. Bake the Cake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 1 hour, or until the edges are bubbly and the top turns golden brown.
  8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cake cool for about 20 minutes; this allows it to set and makes serving easier.
  9. Serve: Spoon warm portions onto plates and top with vanilla ice cream if desired, enjoying a perfect balance of warm cake and cold creaminess.

Notes

  • Do not drain the crushed pineapple; the juice helps keep the cake moist and forms the base.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or leave nuts out for a nut-free dessert.
  • The cake is best served warm but leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
  • For a richer flavor, consider using brown butter when drizzling on top.
  • To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix.
  • Adding shredded coconut on top before baking adds a tropical twist.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/pineapple-dump-cake-recipe/