This recipe had me at dump. Why? Because a dump cake means easy. A Dump Cake implies no fussy instructions and no temperamental batter; just dump and bake. And, this chocolate cherry dump cake does not disappoint. It is perfect for this recipe challenged girl!
I first saw this recipe over at Kristen’s blog. I thought I had all the ingredients; doesn’t everyone have a chocolate cake box mix in the pantry? And, I thought I had the cherry pie filling for when I crave my favorite summer dessert.
But, sadly I could not make this cake on the spot. I had to make a run to the grocery store.
Of course, I still found a way to screw up this recipe because I only bought one can and when I pulled up the recipe online I realized it required two cans of cherry pie filling.
Does anyone else have recipelexia?
Every time I share a new recipe like this one or this one, my sister’s first question is; “Did you follow the recipe?” She knows me better than anyone.
So yes I screwed up a three-ingredient recipe, but it still tasted amazing. I can only imagine how cherry delicious a second can of cherry pie filling would taste! Yum! Oh, and pick up ice cream or whipped topping!
Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
CHOCOLATE CHERRY DUMP CAKE
Ingredients
- BOX CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX, DRY DRY
- 2 CANS CHERRY PIE FILLING
- 3/4 CUP BUTTER, MELTED
Instructions
- 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 350°F2. SPRAY 9X13 BAKING DISH WITH COOKING SPRAY3. ADD 2 CANS OF CHERRY PIE FILLING TO BAKING DISH4. EMPTY DRY CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX OVER THE CHERRY PIE FILLING5. DRIZZLE 3/4 CUP MELTED BUTTER OVER THE CAKE MIX/FILLING LAYERS6. BAKE 40-45 MINUTES DEPENDING ON YOUR OVEN.7. IT WILL NOT BE A FIRM CAKE; IT WILL HAVE A LITTLE JIGGLE
Before you go here is another favorite cherry based dessert.
I am making this for a dinner next week – will add (I can’t follow recipes either) some amaretto and top with whipped cream and serve in small crystal bowls.