Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling
- 1 box (18 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (very easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour the crushed pineapple and cherry pie filling into the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle the yellow cake mix evenly over the fruit.
- Pour the melted butter over the cake mix.
- Sprinkle with ground cinnamon.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1/8 of the cake (approximately 200g)
Calories: 300
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 140mg
Carbohydrates: 45g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy
- Moist and flavorful
- Easy to make
- Perfect for a crowd
- Suitable for American taste
User Comments:
- "This dump cake was a hit at our family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of cherries and pineapple." - Sarah
- "I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and turns out perfectly every time." - John
- "I added a dollop of whipped cream to my slice, and it was heavenly!" - Mary
- "This cake is perfect for summer potlucks. It's refreshing and not too heavy." - Jane
- "I used fresh cherries and pineapple instead of canned, and it was even better. Highly recommend!" - Tom
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a 9x13 inch baking dish to ensure the cake does not overflow.
- Bake until the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.