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Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake Recipe is so easy with only 3 ingredients needed to make this decadent dessert. Sweet cherries and the best topping come together for a cake recipe that will melt in your mouth.
I love making a variety of desserts from a boxed cake mix. I have made chocolate chip cookies, cookie bars, even waffles (well, dessert waffles). A boxed cake mix is just so versatile so I think you are going to love this easy Crock pot Cherry Dump cake recipe.
If you love this recipe, make sure to also check out this Peach Crumble and Peach Cobbler.
What's in this post: Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake
What is Dump Cake?
It is exactly what is sounds like. No mixing, no guessing. You literally just dump it in the crock pot and walk away. You come back and dessert is done!
You just these 3 ingredients together and you’ll have this crock pot cherry dump cake ready by dinnertime.
Ingredients
- Yellow Cake Mix
- Cherry Pie Filling
- Butter
With just a few simple ingredients, this dessert comes together for an amazing cobbler. Check out the full recipe in the recipe card
Variations Ideas
- Try white cake mix instead of yellow cake mix.
- Make Chocolate Cherry cake by using chocolate cake mix.
- Use other pie fillings such as apple, blackberry, strawberry, blueberry and more! The ideas are endless. Apple dump cake is always a family favorite.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1 – Combine the melted butter and dry cake mix in a bowl. The cake mix and butter mixture will resemble soft crumbles.
Step 2 – Pour both cans of cherry pie filling in the crock pot and spread out evenly. Add the crumble the batter mixture over top of cherries. Cover and cook then serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Tips
- Adding the Ingredients – After combining the cake mixture together in a bowl, layer on top of the cherries. There is no need to mix the cake mix into the cherries. This will give the dump cake dessert a delicious crispy layer.
- Moisture – If problems with moisture being on top of the dump cake, place a paper towel over the top. Then place the lid on the slow cooker. This will help to achieve a crispy crust.
- Cooking Time – Cooking time will vary depending on your slow cooker.
Topping Ideas
- Vanilla ice cream
- Try different ice cream flavors. Caramel swirl is delicious!
- Whipped cream
We love add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to this slow cooker dessert recipe. This is such a simple dessert but one of our favorites. I just love recipes that are so easy but turn out so decadent and delicious.
You truly can enjoy a wonderful and delicious cherry dessert with little to no work. Just another example that it does not have to be complicated or expensive to be amazing!
Frequently Asked Questions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This crockpot dessert reheats well in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Then add your favorite toppings to enjoy again.
Yes, this desserts bakes well in a baking dish. Layer the ingredients in the baking dish and bake in a preheated over at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. You want to bake until the crust is golden brown.
More Crock Pot Dessert Recipes
- Easy Chocolate Crock Pot Lava Cake
- Slow Cooker Caramel Cake
- Crockpot Pumpkin Pie
- Slow Cooker Strawberry Cake Recipe
- Chocolate Cherry Brownie Crockpot Dump Cake
- Slow Cooker Cherry Dump Cake
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Crock Pot Cherry Dump Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (15.25 ounces)
- 42 oz Cherry Pie Filling (2 – 21 oz cans)
- 1/2 cup melted Butter
Instructions
- Combine melted butter and cake mix in a bowl. Your mixture will resemble soft crumbles.
- Spray your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray. Pour both cans of cherry pie filling in the crock pot and spread out evenly.
- Crumble the batter mixture over top of cherries. Cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.
- That is it! Serve hot and enjoy this crock pot cherry dump cake after dinner.
How can I make this for only 2 people ( adults) ?
Hey Stephanie, this would be different to make for just 2 people since the container sizes of the cake mix and pie filling only come in one size. I would recommend making the entire amount and the freezing the leftovers so you can enjoy them at a later time.
Can you double this ? What size crock pot do I use also please.
I haven’t tested it yet so I’m not sure. Thanks!
What size is the boxed yellow cake mix?
The cake mix I used for this recipe is 15.25 ounces.