Description
This Easy Red Velvet Dump Cake is a quick, no-mess dessert that combines the classic flavors of red velvet with a moist, tender texture and a crispy golden crust. Using simple pantry staples and a boxed cake mix, it comes together in minutes and bakes into a rich, indulgent treat perfect for any occasion, from weeknight desserts to celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 1 can (21 oz) red velvet or cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk or sour cream (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and make clean-up easier.
- Add the pie filling: Evenly spread the entire can of red velvet or cherry pie filling across the bottom of your prepared baking dish. This will keep the cake moist and infuse it with sweet, tangy flavors.
- Sprinkle the cake mix: Evenly dump the dry red velvet cake mix on top of the pie filling layer. Don’t stir—just spread it out gently to cover as much of the filling as possible.
- Drizzle with melted butter: Pour melted butter evenly over the cake mix. The butter is essential to create a golden crust and ensure the dry cake mix hydrates while baking.
- Bake until bubbly and golden: Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 40-45 minutes. The top should turn golden brown, and the filling will bubble up around the edges, signaling it’s done.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes before serving to let the layers set. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Melt butter evenly: Use a spoon to ensure butter covers the entire cake mix layer so it bakes uniformly.
- Don’t stir the ingredients: For the perfect texture, avoid mixing cake mix with the filling or butter.
- Use fresh cake mix: Using a fresh red velvet cake mix will give you the best flavor and rise.
- Check your pie filling: If too thick, thin with a little water to help it bubble through during baking.
- Let it rest before serving: This step helps the cake set so it slices beautifully without falling apart.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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