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Best Peach Dump Cake

Best Peach Dump Cake

The Best Peach Dump Cake is an easy-to-make, delicious dessert featuring juicy peaches topped with a buttery, crispy cake crust. Perfect for any occasion, this comforting treat requires minimal ingredients and effort while delivering maximum flavor — ideal for busy weeknights, gatherings, or whenever you crave a nostalgic sweet.

Ingredients

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Fruit Base

  • 4 cups fresh sliced peaches or 2 (15 oz) cans peaches in syrup or juice, drained if canned

Cake Topping

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peaches: Drain canned peaches if using, or peel and slice fresh peaches. Spread them evenly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish to form a juicy fruit base.
  2. Add the Cake Mix Layer: Evenly sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix over the peaches without stirring so a dry layer remains on top, which will create the crispy crust.
  3. Add Butter and Optional Ingredients: Melt butter and pour it in small streams evenly over the cake mix layer. If desired, sprinkle cinnamon and chopped nuts on top for extra flavor and texture.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the dump cake to cool slightly before serving; this helps it thicken and makes it easier to dish out. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe peaches for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
  • Do not stir after sprinkling cake mix to ensure a crispy topping.
  • Pour butter in small streams for even browning across the cake surface.
  • Monitor baking time after 35 minutes to avoid burning.
  • Serve warm, ideally with vanilla ice cream for best flavor.

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