Description
This Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that combines sweet cherry pie filling with rich chocolate cake mix and melty chocolate chips. With minimal prep and just one pan, it bakes into a warm, gooey treat perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 can cherry pie filling (approximately 21 ounces)
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (about 15 ounces)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Add Cherry Layer: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish for a juicy fruit base.
- Sprinkle Cake Mix: Evenly sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix on top of the cherry filling, covering it completely.
- Drizzle Butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the cake mix layer to moisten the batter and create a rich texture.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Scatter the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top to add melty chocolate pockets throughout.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let it set and be easier to slice.
Notes
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings such as blueberry or apple for different flavors.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cake mix can enhance the overall flavor profile.
- For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy butter substitute.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert.
- If you prefer, sprinkle chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans on top before baking for added crunch.
