Do I need to drain the pineapple?

No, do not drain it. The juice in the can is essential for creating the soft, moist layer underneath the cake topping. If you drain the pineapple, the bottom will be too dry and the dessert will not have the right texture.

What size pan do I need for this recipe?

Use a standard 9x13 inch baking dish. A smaller pan makes the layers too thick and the cake mix on top may not cook through evenly.

Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?

Yes. Yellow cake mix is the traditional choice and gives the best flavor, but white cake mix, butter cake mix, or even spice cake mix all work well. Yellow cake mix is recommended for the most classic result.

Why is the top of my dump cake powdery?

This usually means some areas of the cake mix did not receive enough butter during assembly. It is still completely safe and good to eat. For better coverage next time, try placing thin pats of cold butter across the surface in an even grid rather than drizzling melted butter.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. You can assemble the layers up to 12 hours ahead and refrigerate unbaked until you are ready to bake. You can also bake it a day ahead and reheat covered with foil in a 300 degree oven for about 15 minutes before serving.

Can I freeze Amish pineapple dump cake?

Yes. Let it cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.

Easy Amish Pineapple Dump Cake (3 Ingredients, No Mixing)

Amish Pineapple Dump Cake

Recipe by Liliya

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Total Time45 minutes
Yield9 servings 1x
DietVegetarian

This Amish Pineapple Dump Cake is a classic 3 ingredient dessert made with crushed pineapple, yellow cake mix, and butter. Easy, old fashioned, and always a crowd favorite.

Ingredients

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1 can crushed pineapple with juice
1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
Spread the crushed pineapple with all of its juice evenly in the bottom of the dish.
Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the pineapple without mixing.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
Bake until the top is golden and the pineapple is bubbling around the edges.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Do not drain the pineapple. The juice is essential for the proper texture.
Some dry cake mix spots on top are normal and add to the rustic texture.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

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