Sweet and juicy peaches combine with buttery cake mix topping in this effortless Peach Dump Cake. It’s a perfect dessert to celebrate summer’s bounty or enjoy any time of year.
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Peach Dump Cake is a simple, delicious way to enjoy the natural sweetness of peaches without spending hours in the kitchen. Canned or fresh peaches are layered in a baking dish and topped with dry cake mix and melted butter. As it bakes, the cake mix turns golden and crisp, while the peaches bubble up underneath, creating a luscious, juicy filling. This dessert is incredibly versatile—you can use fresh, frozen, or canned peaches, making it perfect no matter the season. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a truly irresistible treat.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 50
- Yield: 12 1x
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 (15 oz) cans sliced peaches in juice, drained (or 3 cups fresh/frozen peaches*)
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1/2 cup chopped pecans or almonds (option)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Spread the drained peaches evenly in the dish. Sprinkle cinnamon over the peaches if using.
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Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the peaches.
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Add chopped nuts on top if desired.
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Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the entire surface.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
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Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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*If using fresh or frozen peaches, sprinkle 1/4 to 1/3 cup granulated sugar over the fruit before adding the cake mix to balance tartness. A splash of lemon juice (about 1 teaspoon) can also enhance the flavor.
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Canned peaches in juice usually don’t need extra sugar unless you prefer it sweeter.
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For extra texture and flavor, add 1/2 cup chopped pecans or almonds on top before baking.
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Feel free to swap the yellow cake mix for a white cake mix or even spice cake mix for a different flavor profile.
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To make it more decadent, drizzle warm caramel sauce over each serving before serving.
The dump cake rule is using 1 stick of butter (1/2 cup) is the minimum to create that golden, crisp topping, but sometimes it can leave dry patches if not evenly distributed. I increase the butter for a more richer, more buttery topping and better coverage. Here are some options to improve coverage should you go with the standard 1 stick:
- Slice cold butter thinly and lay over the cake mix instead of drizzling melted butter — this can create more even coverage.
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Combine melted butter with a bit of milk or juice from drained peaches (2–3 tablespoons) before drizzling to stretch it without losing moisture.
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Spritz with cooking spray or lightly mist with water before baking to help the dry areas bake more evenly if sticking with 1 stick.
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Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate based on standard ingredients and serving sizes. Actual values may vary depending on specific products used and portion sizes. This information is provided for convenience and should not be considered medical or dietary advice
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12th of cake
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Protein: 2