Irresistibly Easy Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake Delight

This Pineapple Upside Down Dump Cake is a delightful and easy dessert combining sweet pineapple and buttery cake mix.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 10

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 35

Course Slow Cooker

Servings 8 slices

Calories 320 kcal

1 can Crushed Pineapple Use undrained for optimal moisture and sweetness.
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds a zesty tang to enhance the pineapple flavor; fresh is best.
1 box Cake Mix any flavor, for gluten-free options, choose a suitable mix.

1/2 cup Melted Butter Provides a rich, crispy topping that caramelizes beautifully for texture.
1 can Pineapple Rings Used for decoration and extra sweetness, fresh or canned works wonders.
1/2 cup Maraschino Cherries Optional, adds a delightful pop of flavor and color!
1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances the caramelization on top; can be omitted for a lighter cake.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Pour the undrained crushed pineapple into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Add lemon juice over the pineapple.
Spread the dry cake mix evenly over the pineapple without stirring.
Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
Arrange pineapple rings on top for decoration.
Scatter maraschino cherries and sprinkle brown sugar over the cake.
Bake in your preheated oven for approximately 70 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Optional: Serve warm topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

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