Amish Pineapple Dump Cake
A simple, no-fuss dessert featuring tangy pineapple and buttery cake layers, perfect for potlucks and gatherings. This easy dump cake recipe requires minimal prep and delivers comforting, crowd-pleasing flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 (15.25 oz) box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, sliced thinly
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Drain the canned crushed pineapple, reserving the juice.
- Pour the drained pineapple evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pineapple layer without mixing.
- Dot the top with thin slices of unsalted butter, spreading evenly across the surface.
- Optional: Sprinkle shredded coconut or chopped nuts evenly over the top if using.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Remove from oven and let cool at least 15 minutes before serving to allow juices to thicken.
Notes
Do not mix the batter; layering is key to the cake’s texture. Use thin slices of butter evenly distributed to avoid soggy spots. Let the cake rest for at least 15 minutes after baking to thicken the juices. If the cake seems dry, spoon reserved pineapple juice over the top while warm. Use a glass baking dish if possible to monitor bubbling and browning. Adjust baking time slightly if using a different pan size.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of c
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 210
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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