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    Meals » Recipes » Desserts

    Easy Peach Dump Cake

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Jun 1, 2022 by Dee

    This Easy Peach Dump Cake recipe is made with canned peaches, cinnamon, cake mix and butter. An easy dessert recipe and a family favorite. Peach lovers love this delicious dessert! via @meamel

    This Easy Peach Dump Cake recipe is made with canned peaches, cinnamon, cake mix and butter. An easy dessert recipe and a family favorite. Peach lovers love this delicious dessert!

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    peach dump cake with scoop of vanilla ice cream on top and fresh peaches in back
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    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Peach Dump Cake
    • Cook Time
    • How to Serve
    • Variations and Substitutions
    • How to Store
    • Recipe
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    I absolutely love peaches, and one of my favorite things about summer is the abundance of fresh peaches! Once, on a family trip in California, we stopped by a farm and were allowed to pick some fresh peaches right from the tree.

    I still remember how wonderful that fresh, ripe, juicy peach tasted! There's really nothing like it. But, I love canned peaches too, and since we gobble up fresh peaches right away, I love using canned peaches for quick and easy desserts like this easy peach dump cake.

    I've been making this peach cobbler dump cake for years. It's actually the orginal dump cake recipe on the blog! It's fine to cut corners every now and then when you want an easy dessert recipe. And, it's easy enough for the little kids to help make.

    If you enjoy easy dump cake recipes, try our Chocolate Cherry Dump Cake, Blueberry Dump Cake, Strawberry Dump Cake, Pineapple Dump Cake, Apple Pie Dump Cake, Lemon Dump Cake and Pumpkin Dump Cake.

    canned peaches and butter and cinnamon and cake mix

    A dump cake might sound kind of unappetizing, although it pretty much describes this recipe to a T. Basically, you dump the ingredients into a cake pan and bake.

    The first time we made it, I did have to tell my daughter not to dump everything all over the place. But other than that, the kids love making this as much as they love eating it!

    Ingredients

    You only need a few simple ingredients for this delicious dessert made with pantry staples. You can find them in your grocery store or online.

    • Box yellow cake mix
    • Butter -- 1.5 sticks of butter cut into thin slices
    • Canned peaches
    • Ground cinnamon -- optional

    How to Make Peach Dump Cake

    First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees f. Then, you just dump the can of peaches into a prepared baking dish. Use a 13-inch baking dish for best results.

    I use peaches in juice, so I use the juice of 2 cans of peaches, about 1.5 cups.

    Next, add a little bit of cinnamon. Cinnamon is optional, but it adds so much flavor.

    We like to cut the peaches up into smaller slices while they're in the pan, but this is just a personal preference. You can keep the slices larger if you want.

    canned peaches with cinnamon in baking pan

    Then, you sprinkle white cake mix or yellow cake mix over the peaches. Dry cake mix -- no need to add anything to it!

    Smooth the dry cake mix evenly over the peaches. I like to lightly press some of the cake mix into the peach juice so that it absorbs some liquid.

    place pats of butter over cake mix

    Then, top the mix with thin slices of butter. You can pour melted butter over the cake mix, but I prefer just placing pats of butter on top of the cake mix.

    peach dump cake in baking dish with cake mix and butter slices on top

    Cook Time

    Then, you bake the cake for 45 to 50 minutes or until it's all bubbly and the top is crisp and golden brown.  How easy is that?!  

    All ovens are different, so you may need to bake this easy peach dessert for 55 to 60 minutes if needed. The center may not be super crisp, but it will firm up as it cools down.

    Your home will smell amazing! And, you're going to want to dive right into this dessert!

    baked peach cobbler dumb cake with cake mix topping in a 9 x 13 pan

    How to Serve

    This easy peach cake is best eaten while it's still warm, but not hot. I highly recommend adding a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    It's not exactly necessary, but the ice cream makes the cake even better! It's like an easy peach crisp or Air Fryer Peach Crisp!

    peach dump cake with vanilla ice cream on top

    Variations and Substitutions

    There are a few ways to customize this tasty peach dump cake to your tastes.

    I use canned peaches in water, but you can also use canned peaches in heavy syrup. Peach pie filling also works just as well. The recipe stays the same for either of these options.

    Dump cakes are some of the easiest desserts ever because you typically use canned fruit instead of fresh fruit. But, you can use fresh peaches-- just add water or juice, and some sugar. If using frozen peaches, add a little water or juice as well.

    For some extra sweetness to that fabulous peach flavor, add brown sugar or extra sugar on top of the peaches before baking.

    A box of yellow cake mix is my go-to for peach dump cake, but white cake mix and vanilla cake mix are great options as well.

    close up of peach dump cake with ice cream on top

    How to Store

    Store peach dump cake in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap. You can leave the cake out at room temperature if you will be eating it that day.

    Or refrigerate it-- it just depends on how you like it. You can eat leftover peach cake cold or reheat individual portions in the microwave.

    Peach cobbler cake lasts 3 to 4 days. Of course, it never stays around that long in my house!

    Recipe

    peach dump cake recipe with scoop of vanilla ice cream on top

    Easy Peach Dump Cake

    Published by Dee
    This Easy Peach Dump Cake recipe is made with canned peaches, cinnamon, cake mix and butter. An easy dessert recipe and a family favorite. Peach lovers love this delicious dessert!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 160 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
    • 1½ sticks butter cut into thin slices
    • 3 15 oz cans peaches in juice
    • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
    • Grease a 13 X 9-inch pan with butter or cooking spray
    • Dump the peaches and juice of 2 cans into the pan.
    • If desired, cut the peaches in half to make the pieces just slightly smaller.
    • Add cinnamon over peaches
    • Pour the cake mix evenly over the peaches.
    • Cut the butter into small pats and arrange evenly over the cake mix.
    • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the peaches are bubbly and the top is golden brown.

    Notes

    You can use white or yellow cake mix for the topping. 
    Can use peaches in heavy syrup or peach pie filling if desired. See blog post for more variations.
    Butter can be melted and poured over dry cake mix instead of using pats of butter.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 314mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe? Please comment and rate it! Show me your dish on Instagram!Mention @meatloafandmelodrama or tag #meatloafandmelodrama!

    This peach dump cake is a super easy cake mix recipe and a great way to celebrate peach season. It's a great recipe for whipping up a perfect dessert on those busy days when you don't have much time!

    Hungry for more peach desserts? Too hot for baking? You can make Crock-Pot Peach Cobbler or Instant Pot Peach Dump Cake! Try my Copy Cat Chik-fil-A Peach Milkshake and check out my desserts page for more delicious ideas!

    This cake makes your home smell heavenly, and it tastes pretty good too! Serve it with some vanilla ice cream on top, and it takes it to a whole new level. If you love peachy desserts, you'll love how easy it is to make this peach cake! I made this a couple of days ago, and we managed to make it last for two days -- that's awesome for us!

    peach cobbler with cake mix topping and ice cream

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    Recipe was originally published in 2014 and updated on April 20, 2022

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    1. Erin says

      June 19, 2022 at 3:36 am

      This dessert was easy and delicious! Can't wait to make it again for our family reunion!5 stars

      Reply
    2. Betty says

      June 03, 2022 at 3:19 pm

      You have best and most simple recipes. The grandkids always are finding something they can help make. We had all of these ingredients this time around. It was awesome. Barely any leftovers!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        June 03, 2022 at 4:13 pm

        Thank you so much, Betty. I'm glad you are enjoying the recipes!

    3. Sylvia B Crew says

      August 11, 2020 at 7:51 pm

      Were your peaches packed in heavy syrup, light syrup or juice?

      Reply
      • Dee says

        August 11, 2020 at 8:23 pm

        I usually use the ones packed in juice, but syrup works too.

    4. Sue says

      April 28, 2020 at 1:48 am

      Thank you for sharing the recipe for this wonderful dessert!! We all loved it, and it was so easy to make! You can eat it hot or cold, place it in the oven or crock-pot, either way, it’ll turn out fantastic! This is a good “go-to” recipe and it will certainly “wow” your guests!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 28, 2020 at 10:28 am

        So glad you enjoyed the cake, Sue! Thank you so much for the review!

      • Diana garcia says

        July 12, 2020 at 10:47 am

        It was an easy recipe to make. There weren’t too many ingredients. My husband commented. It smells like heaven. Outstanding5 stars

      • Dee says

        July 13, 2020 at 1:17 pm

        Thanks so much, Diana. I'm glad you both liked it!

    5. C. Hall says

      April 27, 2020 at 3:39 am

      I love this recipe and all of your others as well. So fun, tasteful, and thoroughly explained.5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 27, 2020 at 9:37 pm

        Thank you so much for the sweet comment, Candace! Hugs!

    6. Toni says

      April 23, 2020 at 10:49 pm

      This was so good! Everyone at my house loved it!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 27, 2020 at 9:33 pm

        So glad you liked it, Toni. Thanks!

    7. Catalina says

      April 22, 2020 at 10:55 am

      This is the kind of dessert I would make on weekend. Yummy!5 stars

      Reply
      • Catalina says

        June 07, 2022 at 3:04 pm

        I've made this peach cake and my family loved it! Our new favorite dessert!5 stars

    8. Cathy says

      April 22, 2020 at 10:43 am

      It's been forever since I've made a dump cake! This is on my list!!

      Reply
    9. Dorothy Reinhold says

      April 21, 2020 at 6:14 pm

      That crispy and buttery crust is the BEST! Adding peaches to my shopping list.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 21, 2020 at 8:36 pm

        Hope you like it, Dorothy -- so good! 🙂

    10. Sara Welch says

      April 21, 2020 at 3:19 pm

      What a delicious looking dessert! Looking forward to enjoying this over some ice cream!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 21, 2020 at 8:37 pm

        Thanks so much! You'll love it, Sara!

    11. Suzy says

      April 21, 2020 at 9:07 am

      I love how easy this is to put together! Peach flavored is the best!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 21, 2020 at 12:18 pm

        Thanks, Suzy! It is so easy and so good!

    12. Zack says

      June 15, 2019 at 8:00 pm

      This was amazing I'll be making it all the time!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        June 16, 2019 at 9:36 pm

        Thanks so much, Zack! SO glad you liked it!

    13. Janetta says

      January 17, 2019 at 6:45 am

      This recipe turned out simply awful. I have to throw it all away. I followed the directions completely, I cooked it for 60 minutes and took it out to cool. Then cut into it, the peaches were still in a bunch of juice, the top was more like a crust, you could see where I placed the butter pieces. What a mess. Wasn't like a cake at all.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 26, 2019 at 3:28 pm

        It's a dump cake -- not a regular cake, which the recipe does say. It's supposed to be more like a cobbler and is really quite delicious.:)

    14. Josie says

      August 03, 2018 at 8:38 pm

      I made this tonight. Soooo good. I have made the same thing in the crockpot. You cant mess it up. Easy, simple, delicious!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        August 03, 2018 at 10:11 pm

        Exactly! Thanks so much, Josie. Glad you liked it! 🙂

    15. LAURA TIJERINA says

      May 04, 2018 at 3:24 pm

      This was outstanding to make. 5 star, warning! No crumbs to throw away! Literally all will be eaten. Some love it hot. I love it cold! To each fit it's own. Will not regret to serve in a party or just a gathering, get ready for all the great comments coming your way!
      I used cherry cake mix, because did not have the yellow cake mix. Yet cherry made an interesting strong flavor if you like cherry go for it!
      I cut the butter stick into 4, then 1/2. And each into 4. Placed the butter slices into rows. Keep in freezer before cutting for easier cutting/slicing.
      Enjoy! Thanks for sharing DEE! DELICIOUS.... can't say enough ????5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        May 04, 2018 at 7:01 pm

        So glad you liked it, Laura! The cherry flavor sounds wonderful! 🙂

    16. Miz Helen says

      June 24, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      I would sure love a serving of your Peach Cake right now! Have a great weekend and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
      Come Back Soon!
      Miz Helen5 stars

      Reply
    17. Alyssa @ Piece of Home says

      December 10, 2014 at 4:52 pm

      I love simple and delicious recipes like these! Peaches are my absolute favorite! Nothing like a juicy peach and then make it warm and top it with ice cream. It's perfect! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

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