Peach Dump Cake Recipe
This easy peach dump cake is made with juicy peaches, buttery cake mix, and baked to golden perfection. With just a few ingredients and no mixing required, it's the perfect quick dessert for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish or cast iron skillet
- Can opener
- Spatula or spoon
- Oven mitts
- Ice cream scoop (for serving) Optional
Ingredients
- 2 cans 15 oz each sliced peaches in syrup (or use fresh peaches with 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup juice)
- 1 box 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- Optional toppings: whipped cream vanilla ice cream, caramel drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Layer the Peaches
- Pour the entire contents of both peach cans (including syrup) into your greased 9x13 baking dish. Spread evenly across the bottom.
- Optional: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon over the peaches for extra flavor.
Step 3: Add the Cake Mix
- Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the peaches—do not stir. Make sure the entire surface is covered.
Step 4: Drizzle the Butter
- Slowly pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Try to cover as much of the top as possible.
Step 5: Bake
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
- Let the cake cool slightly. Serve warm as-is, or top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Use white cake mix or spice cake mix for a twist.
- Swap in fresh or frozen peaches in summer months.
- Add a handful of chopped pecans on top before baking for a crunchy finish.